Abduction or Protraction: When the scapula moves away from the spine Upward rotation: When the bottom corner edge of the shoulder blade rotates up and away from the spine (i.e., lateral …

Jul 1, 2020 · Here: this is a great example of scapular motion without excessive protraction (read: spinal flexion). Shoulders stay depressed the whole time. The still photos show both positions …

May 2, 2017 · Understand scapular muscles and shoulder anatomy. Prepare for the ACE exam with insights into kinesiology and posture exercises.

Jun 12, 2024 · Non-axial. The only axis like movement the scapula has, is upper and lower rotation. Protraction (abduction) and Retraction (adduction) are translation motions.

Jun 16, 2024 · Scapular protraction is moving the scapula (shoulder blade) forward. The opposite is scapular retraction. To "feel" the definition, first try retraction -- pull your shoulders back to …

Strengthen your shoulders and back with scapular stabilization exercises. Explore I-Y-T-W-O formations in the ACE library.

Scapular instability can cause the glenohumeral joint to migrate superiorly, which can lead to shoulder impingement and biceps or rotator cuff tendinitis (Houglum, 2005). Other factors that …

Jul 1, 2020 · I think the main part is that if you want to work all your muscles around your scapula, you must incorporate protraction, retraction, elevation and depression into the exercises. A …

Feb 15, 2025 · The primary scapular depression muscles are the lower trapezius, latissimus dorsi, and pectoralis minor. These muscles work together to stabilize the shoulder by pulling the …

Jun 13, 2024 · Now do the opposite -- that opposite movement is scapular protraction. Prime mover is the bicep and the antagonist is the tricep. Scapular protraction is moving the scapula …