To help will improving overhead movement patterning, and increasing functional range into flexion of the shoulder joint. Uses the shoulder adductors and extensors to assist in the movement, thus reducing the work rate of the abductors and flexors (if they are weak / injures ) as well as reducing impingement and pain.
Demonstration and Instructions
Start lying with the band directly above the shoulder and so there is tension when the arm is at it's maximum flexion range you can go (it's not slack). Have you arm to the thumb is facing up. Pull the band down to your side using the muscles under your arm pit. Slowly then raise your arm up over your head in a straight flexion line, letting the band take the load of your arm and drag your arm overhead. Back sure for the first part of the movement your shoulder blade stays down, and then rises once your hand is in line with your head and you make sure your scapula elevates with the arm. You should have tension in the band at the top.
Special Notes
Be careful not to go to high into any impingement - only work in the pain free range.
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