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Scapular Retraction

Rotator Cuff Tear

Shoulder

Strength

Strengthens the muscles between the shoulder blades to support the rotator cuff

Table/bed & light weight

Strengthens the muscles between the shoulder blades to support the rotator cuff

Lie on your stomach on a table or bed with your affected arm hanging over the side, holding a 1‑pound weight.
Keep your elbow straight and slowly lift the weight by squeezing your shoulder blade toward the opposite side as far as possible.
Lower slowly to the starting position. Repeat 10 times. Increase the weight gradually in 1‑pound increments as the exercise becomes easier.

10 reps

4 seconds per rep

Basic

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