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Turning the Head and the Sternal Cross Point

Listed by the publisher as “English FeldenkraisATM@evalaser ID 2504222 Theme: Turn the other cheek”

This lesson explores the coordination of the head, spine, and rib cage while lying on the back, side, and stomach. Participants practice turning the head and drawing the knees toward the chest to clarify the relationship between the sternum and the upper thoracic vertebrae.

Lying On BackLying On FrontStandingSittingLying On SideTurningHead And Neck CoordinationSpinal RotationThoracic MobilityRib Cage And BreathingSymmetry And OrientationProximal-Distal RelationshipsMotif: Arms Legs XMotif: Rib Shoulder DifferentiationEquipment: Mat Or BlanketEquipment: Head Support (Books)Equipment: Hard Chair Without ArmrestsFlexion/Extension: Flexion LeaningRotation: DefiningSide bending: ModerateCross-lateral: Moderate