Shoulder · Motor control

Walking with External Shoulder Rotation Stability at 90°

Walking with external shoulder rotation stability at 90°, 3 sets, 10 repetitions

Illustration of the Walking with External Shoulder Rotation Stability at 90° exercise

Listen to the instructions

How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 10 back-and-forth steps

Description: Stand upright with the arm elevated to 90 degrees in external rotation, elbow bent at 90 degrees. Walk slowly while maintaining this stable position, carefully controlling shoulder movement throughout the exercise. Return to the starting position after each back-and-forth.

Tips: Keep your back straight and avoid moving the arm out of the external rotation position. Focus on shoulder stability and movement control.

Progression: Gradually increase walking speed or the number of repetitions as you master the stability.

At a glance

Goal
Motor control
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
None
Starting position
Standing, arm in external rotation at 90 degrees, elbow bent at 90 degrees
Clinical goal
Improve motor control and shoulder stability
Also known as
shoulder external rotation walk, external rotation shoulder stability, shoulder control exercise

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.