Lateral Body Shift
Written By David Song
LATERAL BODY SHIFT
This exercise is used to help correct lateral listing of the torso relative to the pelvis. Wrap a band around the body just below the armpit and have it anchored down beside you on a stable object. Take a step to the side and resist the tension of the band by standing upright. Keep the shoulders stacked above the hip and hold for 5-10 seconds or 3-5 deep breaths.
Muscles Involved:
Obliques
Quadratus Lumborum
Core
Latissimus Dorsi
Related Conditions:
Idiopathic Scoliosis / Functional Scoliosis
Quadratus Lumborum Strain
Oblique Strain
Chronic Low Back Pain
Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome
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