Low Row-Scapular Retraction/Depression

To Strengthen the Right Lower Trapezius:

• The patient is standing tall with an erect posture with the palm of their R hand facing behind them. Instruct the patient to gently push their R hand back into the edge of an immovable object such as a chair.
• Ask the patient to inhale, then exhale as they push their R hand back into the chair, slightly extending through their mid-spine as they bring their R shoulder blade down and back. Do not let them overextend their lower or upper back.
• Make sure that they keep their neck relaxed and they don’t hold their breath during the exercise.
• Have them relax & slowly release and repeat 3-5 times initially, gradually increasing to 10 repetitions.