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Seated Thoracic Flexion and Extension

Seated Thoracic Flexion and Extension: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Sit with feet supported. Gently round your upper back, then lift your chest into upper-back extension without forcing your neck or lower back.

Body region
Spine
Position
Seated
Equipment
Stable Chair
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Range Of Motion

Used in home programs for

  • Mechanical / Non-Specific Low Back Pain

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