Closed Chain · closed chain
Shoulder taps (plank)
Train the shoulder to stabilise under body weight.
Complete
Why it is used in rehab
The most straightforward closed-chain stability drill (PDF p. 401).
Starting position
Plank at the top of a push-up, hands shoulder-width, back flat.
Step-by-step
- Shift weight to one arm, tap the supporting shoulder with the other hand, return.
- Repeat on the other side—one rep each side.
Movement mechanics: Single-arm weight bearing with anti-rotation.
📖 Rehab Science instructions paraphrased from the book’s exercise description
Coaching notes
Common mistakes
- Hips rocking side to side
Easier variation
- Knees down
Advanced variation
- Feet closer together
ℹ Additional explanation
Where it appears in Rehab Science
| Protocol | Phase | Group | Prescription | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder Instability | 3 | Exercises | Do 3 sets of 10–15 reps · Push sets to fatigue | 417 |
| Triceps Tendinopathy | 2 | Exercises | Do 3 sets of 10–15 reps | 518 |
Source: Rehab Science · Ch 16 · PDF pp. 417–518show sources ▾
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