What Is Protraction And Retraction Of Shoulder?
What Is Protraction And Retraction Of Shoulder? Protraction of the scapula occurs when the shoulder is moved forward, as when pushing against something or throwing a ball. Retraction is the opposite motion, with the scapula being pulled posteriorly and medially, toward the vertebral column. What is shoulder protraction? Scapular Abduction – Also called scapular flexion