{"id":36305,"date":"2023-03-02T19:19:16","date_gmt":"2023-03-02T19:19:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/?p=36305"},"modified":"2024-11-24T12:52:02","modified_gmt":"2024-11-24T12:52:02","slug":"shoulder-joint-movements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/shoulder-joint-movements\/","title":{"rendered":"Shoulder Joint Movements"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shoulder joint movements are crucial for maintaining shoulder health, preventing injuries, and creating effective training plans. The shoulder joint, a marvel of human anatomy, is a complex articulation that enables a vast range of motion. As one of the most mobile joints in the body, it plays a pivotal role in our daily lives, from simple tasks like reaching for a book to complex athletic movements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Composed of a ball-and-socket joint, the shoulder is stabilized by a network of ligaments, tendons, and muscles. This intricate system allows for movements in multiple planes, including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, internal rotation, and external rotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding and optimizing shoulder joint movements is essential for maintaining optimal health and performance. For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/rotator-cuff-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">strengthening the rotator cuff muscles<\/a> can enhance shoulder stability, which is vital for athletes involved in throwing or other overhead activities. Proper movement patterns enable individuals to perform daily tasks effortlessly, such as reaching, lifting, and engaging in sports. These patterns also help prevent wear and tear on the joint, reducing the risk of pain, inflammation, and degeneration over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Shoulder Joint Movements<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Movements possible at the shoulder joint include flexion, extension, horizontal flexion, horizontal extension, abduction, adduction, medial rotation, lateral rotation and circumduction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Strengthening the muscles that support the joint and improving range of motion can help to prevent common shoulder injuries, such as rotator cuff tears and shoulder impingement syndrome, while improving shoulder function and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the main shoulder moves you need to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><strong>1- Flexion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This movement involves raising the arm forward in front of the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"7685\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Cable-Front-Raise.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7685\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"353\" height=\"362\" data-id=\"42843\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Shoulder-Joint-Movements-anterior-deltoid.png\" alt=\"Shoulder Joint Movements - anterior deltoid\" class=\"wp-image-42843\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"11893\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Two-Arm-Dumbbell-Front-Raise.gif\" alt=\"Two Arm Dumbbell Front Raise\" class=\"wp-image-11893\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Two-Arm-Dumbbell-Front-Raise.gif 360w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Two-Arm-Dumbbell-Front-Raise-300x300.gif 300w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Two-Arm-Dumbbell-Front-Raise-100x100.gif 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What muscles are used in shoulder flexion?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-black-color has-text-color\">\n<li><strong>Anterior Deltoid (Target)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coracobrachialis (secondary)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pectoralis Major <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biceps Brachii <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serratus Anterior<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><strong>2- Extension<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This movement involves moving the arm backwards away from the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"17112\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Backhand-Raise.gif\" alt=\"Backhand Raise\" class=\"wp-image-17112\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Backhand-Raise.gif 360w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Backhand-Raise-300x300.gif 300w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Backhand-Raise-100x100.gif 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"362\" height=\"373\" data-id=\"42835\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/lats.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42835\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"15608\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Cable-One-Arm-Pulldown.gif\" alt=\"Cable One-Arm Pulldown\" class=\"wp-image-15608\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What muscles are used in shoulder extension?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Latissimus Dorsi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Teres Major<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Posterior Deltoid<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teres Minor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Triceps Brachii<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pectoralis Major<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><strong>3- Abduction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This movement involves raising the arm away from the body in a sideways motion. Abduction is often used in activities such as lifting weights or performing lateral raises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"21518\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Dumbbell-Single-Arm-Lateral-Raise.gif\" alt=\"Dumbbell Single Arm Lateral Raise\" class=\"wp-image-21518\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" data-id=\"42886\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/supraspinatus.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42886\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"12578\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Leaning-Cable-Lateral-Raise.gif\" alt=\"Leaning Cable Lateral Raise\" class=\"wp-image-12578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Leaning-Cable-Lateral-Raise.gif 360w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Leaning-Cable-Lateral-Raise-300x300.gif 300w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Leaning-Cable-Lateral-Raise-100x100.gif 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What muscles are used in shoulder abduction?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Supraspinatus <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deltoid<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: initial;\">Serratus anterior<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trapezius<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><strong>4- Adduction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This movement involves bringing the arm back towards the body after being raised in abduction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"386\" height=\"386\" data-id=\"42877\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Shoulder-Joint-Movements-adduction.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Shoulder-Joint-Movements-adduction.png 386w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Shoulder-Joint-Movements-adduction-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Shoulder-Joint-Movements-adduction-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 386px) 100vw, 386px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"51092\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Banded-Shoulder-Adduction.gif\" alt=\"Banded Shoulder Adduction\" class=\"wp-image-51092\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What muscles are used in shoulder adduction?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"503\" height=\"258\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Shoulder-Adduction-muscles.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51095\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pectoralis Major<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Latissimus Dorsi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Teres Major<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coracobrachialis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teres Minor<span style=\"color: initial;\"><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><strong>5- Circumduction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Single-Arm-Circles.gif\" alt=\"Single Arm Circles\" class=\"wp-image-19345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Single-Arm-Circles.gif 360w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Single-Arm-Circles-300x300.gif 300w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Single-Arm-Circles-100x100.gif 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It consists of a combination of adduction, abduction, flexion, and extension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What muscles are used in Circumduction?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Circumduction involves multiple muscle groups working together to perform the sequence of movements. These muscles include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Flexion (raising the arm forward)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anterior deltoid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pectoralis major (clavicular head)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coracobrachialis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biceps brachii (long head)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Extension (moving the arm backward)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Latissimus dorsi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teres major<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Posterior deltoid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Triceps brachii (long head)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Abduction (lifting the arm away from the body)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deltoid (middle fibers)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supraspinatus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trapezius<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Adduction (bringing the arm back toward the body)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pectoralis major<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Latissimus dorsi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teres major<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coracobrachialis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teres Minor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><strong>6- Medial \/ Internal Rotation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Internal rotation happens when the shoulder turns in towards the front of the body. Throwing motions and many swinging motions finish with the shoulder turning inwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are 4 rotator cuff muscles, and only one of them turns the shoulder inwards (the <strong>subscapularis<\/strong>), but there are other big muscles [pectoralis major (pecs), latissimus dorsi (lats), teres major] that are not part of the rotator cuff that help to turn the shoulder inwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"10570\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Cable-Internal-Shoulder-Rotation.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10570\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" data-id=\"42889\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/subscapularis.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42889\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"13455\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cable-Seated-Shoulder-Internal-Rotation.gif\" alt=\"Cable Seated Shoulder Internal Rotation\" class=\"wp-image-13455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cable-Seated-Shoulder-Internal-Rotation.gif 360w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cable-Seated-Shoulder-Internal-Rotation-300x300.gif 300w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Cable-Seated-Shoulder-Internal-Rotation-100x100.gif 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What muscles are used in Internal Rotation?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Subscapularis<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pectoralis Major<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Latissimus Dorsi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Teres Major<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anterior Deltoid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><strong>7- Lateral \/ External Rotation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the main motions of the rotator cuff is external rotation. This is simply when you shoulder rotates out to the side. You can perform external rotation from many positions but the main 2 positions are the neutral position of the shoulder and the abducted (shoulder raised to 90 degrees) position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"8149\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Cable-External-Shoulder-Rotation.gif\" alt=\"Cable External Shoulder Rotation\" class=\"wp-image-8149\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" data-id=\"42887\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/infraspinatus.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42887\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"13452\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Half-Kneeling-Cable-External-Rotation.gif\" alt=\"Half Kneeling Cable External Rotation\" class=\"wp-image-13452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Half-Kneeling-Cable-External-Rotation.gif 360w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Half-Kneeling-Cable-External-Rotation-300x300.gif 300w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Half-Kneeling-Cable-External-Rotation-100x100.gif 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What muscles are used in External Rotation?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-black-color has-text-color\">\n<li><strong><strong><span style=\"color: initial;\">Infraspinatu<\/span><\/strong>s<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: initial;\">Teres Minor<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Posterior Deltoid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><strong>8- Horizontal flexion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Horizontal flexion is a shoulder movement that involves bringing the arm forward, parallel to the ground. This movement is also sometimes referred to as horizontal adduction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"42836\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/horizontal-flexion.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/horizontal-flexion.png 360w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/horizontal-flexion-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/horizontal-flexion-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"358\" height=\"366\" data-id=\"42839\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pectoralis.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42839\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"35093\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cable-Crossover-for-Chest-workout-plan.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35093\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What muscles are used for horizontal Flexion?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pectoralis Major<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anterior Deltoid<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biceps brachialis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coracobrachialis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color\"><strong>9- Horizontal extension<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Horizontal extension is a movement that involves moving the arm backward away from the body in a horizontal plane. It is the opposite of horizontal flexion, which involves moving the arm forward towards the body in a horizontal plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"42837\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/horizontal-extension.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/horizontal-extension.png 360w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/horizontal-extension-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/horizontal-extension-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"358\" height=\"374\" data-id=\"42840\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Shoulder-Joint-Movements-posterior-deltoid.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42840\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"360\" data-id=\"10437\" src=\"https:\/\/fitnessprogramer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/cable-rear-delt-fly.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10437\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What muscles are used for horizontal <strong>extension<\/strong>? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Posterior Deltiod<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Infraspinatus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teres Minor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower Trapezius<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The shoulder joint is susceptible to a variety of injuries, including rotator cuff tears, bursitis, tendinitis, and impingement syndrome. These injuries can be caused by overuse, improper form during exercise or activity, or trauma such as a fall or impact. Symptoms of shoulder joint injuries include pain, weakness, and limited range of motion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In conclusion, the shoulder joint is a complex joint that allows for a wide range of movements, including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, internal and external rotation, and horizontal abduction and adduction. Understanding these movements and how to properly perform them is important for overall health and preventing injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you experience any pain or discomfort in the shoulder joint, it is recommended that you seek medical attention to prevent further injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Source:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK537018\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK537018\/<\/em><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30725833\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30725833\/<\/em><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Understanding shoulder joint movements is very important for maintaining shoulder health and preventing injuries. 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