Shoulder

by John Schaefer PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

Have you ever glanced in a mirror and thought to yourself, “Wow, my shoulders don’t quite look like they are even? One looks like it is much higher or lower than the other. Is something wrong with me?!”. If this […]

by John Schaefer PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

If you struggle to lift your arms overhead or have pain when trying to do so, adding in the following exercises for AC joint injuries could be the key to unlocking improved function and helping you to reclaim your previously […]

by Ryan Nosak MS, CSCS, SCCC

In the pursuit for a strong and stable core, one exercise stands out for its simplicity and effectiveness: the plank. Often acknowledged as the cornerstone of core workouts, the plank is more than just an ab toner. It’s a full-body […]

by Taryn Beaumont PT, DPT, CLT, CF-L2, CNC

Have you always wanted to learn how to do a proper push-up? How about a ONE HANDED push-up? Not simply a cool party trick, a one handed push up can be a great tool for shoulder and scapular strengthening and […]

by Taryn Beaumont PT, DPT, CLT, CF-L2, CNC

You’ve been training for months, and now you’re ready! Ready to hit that huge bench press PR (personal record) that you know is coming. Your buddies are cheering you on, you are feeling amped, you know you’ll complete the lift, […]

by Ryan Nosak MS, CSCS, SCCC

Whether you are new to strength training or you have spent years training, the push-up is an exceptional exercise that can be a part of any Prehabber’s plan. Not only is it a great bang-for-your-buck exercise that works multiple muscle […]

by Arash Maghsoodi PT, DPT, CSCS

The Serratus Anterior, which is also known as the “Big Swing Muscle” or “Boxer’s muscle”, is an important muscle that helps optimize the proper movement of our shoulders. Not only does this muscle have a cool name, but it is […]

by Craig Lindell PT, DPT, CSCS

The ability to reach behind your back does not seem so important until it is taken away from you. Washing your back, grabbing your wallet, taking off your bra, putting on a belt, you name it. All of these simple […]

by Craig Lindell PT, DPT, CSCS

The shoulder is a very complex joint, one of the most complex in the human body. Moreover, it is the most mobile joint, which means that as a result, it must sacrifice some of its stability. It is imperative for […]

by Michael Lau PT, DPT, CSCS

The latissimus dorsi, or the lats for short, play a huge role in shoulder function and health. Oftentimes, these muscles become tight and stiff after injury, surgery, immobilization, a lack of stretching, or repetitive lat overuse/overdevelopment! Because they act to […]

by Arash Maghsoodi PT, DPT, CSCS

The shoulder is a complicated body part. It is an extremely mobile joint that is able to move within many different planes of movement; however, as a result of its ability to move excessively, its stability may sometimes become compromised. […]

by [P]rehab

The biceps is a very important muscle in our upper arm that plays an integral role in our function. The muscle runs from the front of the shoulder to the elbow. It has two proximal tendon attachments to the shoulder […]