Mobility drill for the upper thoracic spine works into rotation. The area of affect can be altered by changing the angle of the arm. Look to the sky on the outward stroke to encourage additional rotation.
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Thoracic mobility exercises Seated extension, rotation and side bending. Work through the different movements of the upper back. Gently work into areas of tension and discomfort.
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This exercise can be used to either stretch through your lats or to mobilise the upper back into extension depending on your elbow placement. For mobility do not hold but move through the position rapidly and repeat.
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Thoracic mobility exercises with foam roller including extension and rotation. This is a great way to improve the movement of the upper back as it allows us to address individual spinal segments by moving the roller up and down.
A nice exercise here designed to encourage scapular thoracic rhythm. Good for increasing shoulder range, shoulder stabilization and posture. Ideal for rehab after shoulder injury (post recovery) or for people who feel they have dominant sided movements.
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3 Doorframe stretches to stretch out the shoulder capsule, pectoarlis major and the rhomboids. If causes discomfort discontinue and seek professional advice.
Another great exercise to encourage mobility of the upper back and improve spinal movement. Also helps with posture issues. Work slowly and evenly on both sides exploring any areas of tension without causing discomfort. Do as part of a prescribed exercise plan.
To be combined with upper back mobility exercises. Helps to improve posture & reduce slouching. Helps to strengthen the musculature in the middle back & reduce the impact of desk based working.
This exercise is designed to stretch the Quadratus Lumborum muscle and lower back postural muscle. It also mobilises the upper back segments laterally.
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Spinal Mobility
Stretching upper and lower back
Relieving stiffness