Actions of the Shoulder

Shoulder Flexion

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Shoulder Extension

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Shoulder Abduction

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Shoulder Adduction

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Shoulder Internal Rotation

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Shoulder External Rotation

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Shoulder Horizontal Adduction

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Shoulder Horizontal Abduction

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