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Externally Rotated

  1. Anonymous
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    Hello,

    Which exercises are best for a cleint that naturally externally rotates when standing? Iwould really appreciated any help.

    Thanks

    Posted 8 months ago #

  2. Anonymous
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    Hi Jodie, Thanks for the post--its a great question. I don't know if externally rotated is a natural position but it seems as though there are a lot people walking around that way.

    The external/lateral rotators (piriformis, obturators, gemellus group, quadratus femoris) are short and tight while the internal/medial rotators (Glute medius and minimus, TFL, Pectineus, Adductors) are weak. The internal rotators need to be strengthened by doing side lying work (Mat=Side lying series, Reformer=Side splits, side lying work with top foot in strap, Cadi=side lying work with springs). Additionally some self myofascial release might be useful in those muscle groups. Stretching the external rotators could be helpful too (Figure 4 stretch standing or supine).

    Posted 8 months ago #

  3. Anonymous
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    Thanks Beth. I appreciate it.

    Posted 7 months ago #

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