Shoulder · Muscle Group
Scapular stabilisers
| 1. What it is | Trapezius (upper, middle, lower), rhomboids, serratus anterior and levator scapulae. |
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| 2. Where it is | Between shoulder blades, upper back, side of rib cage. |
| 3. Function | Position and control the shoulder blade. |
| 4. Role in movement | Retraction (rhomboids, middle trapezius), protraction and upward rotation (serratus anterior), elevation (upper trapezius, levator scapulae). |
| 5. Interactions | Rows, prone T, push-up plus and dolphin press train them. |
| 7. Common pain locations | Between shoulder blades, top of shoulder. |
| 6. Common injuries & conditions | — |
| 8. Relevant rehab exercises | See region protocols. |
Interactive diagram · Shoulder complex