Improve Scapular Control During Pressing

Sethie Reyes on Instagram: "What is a Scapular?"

🔥Rotate, Don’t Retract 🎯

Dr. Neuro on Instagram: "Winging of scapula occurs due to paralysis of the serratus anterior muscle, most commonly from injury to the long thoracic nerve. Key points (exam-oriented): Nerve involved: Long thoracic nerve (C5–C7) Muscle affected: Serratus anterior Characteristic feature: Medial border of scapula protrudes backward, especially when pushing against a wall Common causes: Trauma or surgery to chest/axilla Carrying heavy loads on the shoulder Repetitive overhead activities Post-mastecto

💥 Shoulder pain doesn’t always mean a rotator cuff injury. In fact, many cases of shoulder pain come from poor scapular positioning and underactive muscles — especially the serratus anterior. If your shoulder feels weak, pinchy, or unstable, the real fix might not be more rotator cuff work… 👉 It might be improving scapular control, upward rotation, and serratus activation. In this video, we break down: ✔️ Why shoulder pain is often misdiagnosed ✔️ How the scapula affects shoulder mechanics ✔️