Isometric Shoulder Internal Rotation

Exercise Overview

SHOULDER ISOMETRIC INTERNAL ROTATION This is an isometric contraction for the shoulder internal rotators completed at 0 degrees abduction. Stand in a doorway and place your hand against the wall. Keep the hand in line with the elbow and shoulder. Press inwards with your hand with maximum tolerable effort and hold for 5-7 seconds. Slowly release the muscle contraction and relax for 5-7 seconds before repeating.

Muscles Involved

Rotator CuffSubscapularis

Related Conditions

Rotator Cuff TearRotator Cuff Tendinitis / TendinosisShoulder ImpingementDynamic Shoulder InstabilityAcromioclavicular Joint Sprain / AC Joint Sprain

Equipment Needed

No equipment needed

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