Shoulder Shrug Sign? There are 2 primary reasons why you may have a shoulder shrug. Don’t assume! Mobility - There is a limitation in mobility that is causing the shrug. If there is a large shrug sign it’s often more significant than simple tightness. I find it’s often the inferior capsule of the joint. This is common in frozen shoulder or after shoulder surgery Control - Did you check if the person has full passive range of motion? If there is no limitation in passive mobility, it’s a control i

Shrugs standing Vs seated :- Standing :- Here the hip hinge is occurring the low back needs to stable through entire range of motion to keep the posture in that bent position of torso and thus the weight is being distributed across the hip extensors and forearm muscles to grip the dumbbell at the higher position compared to seated , and thus theres a lesser EMG activation of traps around 70% Seated :- Here the bench supports the hip theres a far less requirement of hip extensors to stabilise the

Shrugs mistakes! Here is a video showing the wrong way vs the right way of performing the Shrugs! Correct Technique: ✅ 1. Position your torso slightly forward and keep your shoulder blades together throughout the movement. ✅ 2. Move your hands along your thighs. Common Mistakes: ❌ 1. Avoid leaning your shoulders too far forward during the movement. ❌ 2. Prevent keeping your torso completely upright while moving your hands along the outside of your legs. This technique ensures proper engagement o