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Freeing the Upper Body and Neck through the Shoulders

Listed by the publisher as “Freeing the Upper Body”

This lesson explores the relationship between the arms, shoulder blades, and upper back to improve spinal rotation. Participants begin by sensing their range of motion in standing before moving through a sequence of arm lifts and guided head rotations while lying on the back and side.

Lying On BackLying On SideStandingSittingShoulder BladesNeck And Head RotationRibs And Chest MobilityArm And Shoulder ConnectionsMotif: Rib Shoulder DifferentiationEquipment: Pillow Or Head SupportFlexion/Extension: Mixed Or BalancedRotation: DefiningSide bending: MinorCross-lateral: Moderate