Cactus Rotations
Exercise Overview
Cactus rotations are used to improve shoulder mobility, especially external rotation, while also encouraging better chest opening and upper back movement. This exercise is often included in rehabilitation and posture programs for shoulder stiffness and restricted thoracic motion.
Muscles Involved
InfraspinatusTeres minorPosterior deltoidMiddle trapeziusLower trapeziusRhomboidsPectoralis majorPectoralis minor
Related Conditions
Shoulder impingementRotator cuff dysfunctionGlenohumeral stiffnessPostural dysfunctionThoracic mobility restrictionAdhesive capsulitis
