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Shoulder

Scaption Raises (Pain-Free)

Arm raises in the scapular plane to build shoulder endurance without forcing overhead.

  • Strength
  • Scapular control

Standard dose

Sets
2
Reps / hold
8–10
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Form cues

  • Stay below the height that increases pain

How to do it

Follow the steps in order. Move in a comfortable range unless your provider said otherwise.

  1. Stand with thumbs up and arms about 30 degrees forward of pure side-raise.
  2. Lift to a comfortable height below painful range.
  3. Lower slowly.