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!

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What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

1:24 – What is Scapular Winging?

2:14 – Scapular Anatomy

4:05 – Does scapular winging cause pain?

5:50 – Are you aware of your scapular winging?

9:24 – It’s not only about the scapulae

13:50 – Scapular range of motion

16:53 – Videotape how your scapula moves... It’s pretty cool!

17:32 - How to test your scapular range of motion

19:45 - Funny movement does not mean pain or injury

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