Tripod Pulldowns - Latissimus Dorsi Exercise
Exercise Overview
Tripod pulldowns are a shoulder and upper back strengthening exercise that emphasizes the latissimus dorsi and scapular control. They are often used in rehabilitation to improve pulling mechanics, shoulder stability, and functional upper-extremity strength.
Muscles Involved
Latissimus dorsiTeres majorPosterior deltoidLower trapeziusMiddle trapeziusRhomboidsSerratus anterior
Related Conditions
Shoulder instabilityRotator cuff dysfunctionScapular dyskinesisShoulder impingement syndromePostural shoulder weaknessGeneral upper extremity deconditioning
