Shoulder Abduction Press - Shoulder Strengthening, Rotator Cuff Rehab, Shoulder Stability Exercise

Exercise Overview

The Shoulder Abduction Press combines shoulder abduction with an overhead pressing component to build deltoid and rotator cuff strength. It is commonly used to improve shoulder stability, control, and function during lifting and reaching tasks.

Muscles Involved

Middle deltoidSupraspinatusAnterior deltoidUpper trapeziusSerratus anterior

Related Conditions

Rotator cuff weaknessShoulder impingementShoulder instabilityPostural shoulder dysfunctionSubacromial pain syndrome

Equipment Needed

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