Thoracic Cat Cow

Upper BackThoracic Mobility
Written By David Song

THORACIC CAT CAMEL

This is a thoracic spine mobility exercise. Start in a quadruped position (hands and knees) and focus on isolating to the upper and mid spine. Place both hands palms flat on the floor just below your shoulders. Alternate between flexing and extending your mid and upper back.

Structures Involved:

  • Thoracic Spine

Related Conditions:

  • Rib Joint Pain

  • Thoracolumbar Syndrome

  • Cervicothoracic Joint Dysfunction

  • Shoulder Impingement

  • Text Neck

  • Neck Associated Disorder

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