352 | Winging Scapular (re-run - Ep 72)

Seen or been told your shoulder blade is in a funky position during exercise? Perhaps popping out a little bit? Heard that scapular winging will cause pain inadvertently? Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom have your back as they explore all things scapular and debunk the common myths surrounding scapular winging. Tune into how scapular winging occurs, how you can begin to explore scapular range of motion, and how your scapular moves in coordination with its neighbors. Through this podcast, you’ll develop an appreciation for your scapulae and feel empowered to explore gaining control, awareness, and free expression through your scapulae! What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl: 2:30 – What is Scapular Winging? 3:20 – Scapular Anatomy 5:11 – Does scapular winging cause pain? 6:56 – Are you aware of your scapular winging? 10:30 – It’s not only about the scapulae 14:56 – Scapular range of motion 17:59 – Videotape how your scapula moves... It’s pretty cool! 18:38 - How to test your scapular range of motion 20:51 - Funny movement does not mean pain or injury To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch⁠ For the full show notes, visit the full website at: https://jen.health/podcast/352 Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to ⁠subscribe⁠ and leave a quick rating and review of the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tobpodcast/message

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