Shoulder Extension, Adduction, Internal Rotation

Description

Shoulder extension, adduction and internal rotation shows the ability of the shoulder/arm simultaneously extend, adduct and internally rotate, which gives an indication of shoulder/rotator cuff muscle activation.

To perform this assessment:

  1. From a prone position, place the back of the hands on the back of the hips by the tailbone.
  2. Move elbows toward teh midline of the body as far as possible 
  3. Compare the motion between sides