Shoulder impingement involves pinching of rotator cuff tendons under the acromion during arm elevation. Pain occurs with overhead activities. Contributing factors include poor posture, rotator cuff weakness, and scapular dysfunction. Creating subacromial space reduces symptoms. Exercise addresses the mechanical factors creating impingement. Get your personalized routine: Start your 14-day free trial Posterior Capsule Mobility Posterior tightness reduces subacromial space. JME 44 Starting with your hand at the side, bring your arm up, over your head, then back down to the side. JME 55 Bring your hands together behind your back and extend for a shoulder stretch. Thoracic Extension Upper back position affects shoulder mechanics. JME 154 Either sitting or standing at your desk, extend your upper body toward the direction behind you - either putting your arms above your head or keeping them at your side. JME 150 Sitting in your chair, rotate your upper body both left and right. Don't do this too fast - find what works for you. JME 152 Rest one hand either on the back of your chair or desk. With the other arm, rotate toward the ceiling and follow your fingertips with your eyes. Return to the middle and repeat. Scapular Control Proper scapular movement creates space. JME 52 Hug one arm across your body for a gentle stretch. JME 58 Hold onto your elbow behind your head for a gentle stretch. Chest Opening Tight pectorals alter shoulder mechanics. JME 91 Placing one foot on a slightly elevated surface (or even just in front of you on the floor), rotate your upper body in both direcions. JME 94 Slowly bend forward and reach your hands toward the floor. Rotator Cuff Support Cuff strength helps center the humeral head. JME 1 Look left and then right JME 6 Gently tuck your chin to your chest Movement Modification Avoid painful arcs of motion. Lead with external rotation during elevation. Strengthen in pain-free ranges. Professional evaluation identifies contributing factors. Persistent cases require imaging and possible intervention. Shoulder Impingement Programming simplmobility provides space-creating shoulder routines. 2-3 minute sessions address impingement mechanics. Start Your Free Trial