Facilitating the upward rotators of the scapular. A simple exercise

Traditionally, in shoulder rehabilitation programs, the shrug exercise has been prescribed to strengthen the upper trapezius muscle and facilitate upward rotation of the scapula. Methods: Surface electrodes recorded EMG activity from upper trapezius, middle trapezius, lower trapezius and serratus an...

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Published in:Journal of science and medicine in sport 2013-12, Vol.16, p.e9-e9
Main Authors: Pizzari, T, Wickham, J, Watson, L, Balster, S, Ganderton, C
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Shoulder
Sports Medicine
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Summary:Traditionally, in shoulder rehabilitation programs, the shrug exercise has been prescribed to strengthen the upper trapezius muscle and facilitate upward rotation of the scapula. Methods: Surface electrodes recorded EMG activity from upper trapezius, middle trapezius, lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles in 23 normal participants and 14 participants with multi-directional...
ISSN:1440-2440
1878-1861
DOI:10.1016/j.jsams.2013.10.023