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Shoulder Proprioception with Weight Transfer

Shoulder proprioception with weight transfer, 3 sets, 10 repetitions

Illustration of the Shoulder Proprioception with Weight Transfer exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 10

Description: Position yourself on your hands with arms slightly bent. Slowly transfer your weight from one hand to the other, controlling the shoulder movement carefully. Return to the initial position after each transfer.

Tips: Keep the torso stable and avoid arching the back. Perform the weight transfer slowly to feel the shoulder control clearly.

Progression: Gradually increase the transfer speed or perform the exercise on an unstable surface when control becomes easy.

At a glance

Goal
Motor control
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
none
Starting position
Quadruped position, hands on the ground, arms slightly bent
Clinical goal
Improve motor control and proprioception of the shoulder
Also known as
shoulder weight transfer, shoulder proprioceptive exercise, motor control shoulder

Precautions

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.