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031 Protraction/ Retraction Definition

  • Protraction (abduction of scapula) – Shoulder blade moves away from the midline.
  • Retraction (adduction of scapula) – Shoulder blade moves toward the midline.

Protraction (abduction) of the shoulder girdle
Retraction (adduction) of the shoulder girdle
 
Transverse Plane movement

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