Segmental Thoracic Opener
SEGMENTAL THORACIC OPENER
The segmental thoracic opener is a foam roller assisted thoracic spine mobility exercise that aims to increase your active and passive extension and flexion at a local level. Lay on a foam roller placed below your upper back. Keep the pelvis on the floor and bend both knees to keep the feet flat on the floor. Extend your upper back over the foam roller and reach overhead with your arms. Aim to touch the back of your wrists to the ground if you are doing this on the floor. Move your thoracic spine back into flexion as you simultaneously cross both arms over your chest. Return to an extended position to complete a repetition.
Structures Involved:
Thoracic Spine
Scapulothoracic Joint
Glenohumeral Joint
Rectus abdominis
Related Conditions:
Shoulder Impingement
Upper Back Pain
Costochondritis
Rib Joint Pain
Neck Pain
Headaches
