Spinal Side-Bending and Rib Softening

Listed by the publisher as “side-bending – kinesophics”

The instructor guides an exploration of side-bending through asymmetrical positions on the floor and in kneeling. Participants use their hands to gently press and soften the chest and ribs while tilting the legs and head, investigating how the spine and rib cage can become more mobile and how to release effort in the back extensors.

Lying On BackKneelingStandingSide-BendingRib Cage MobilitySpinal FlexibilityLower Back ComfortChest SofteningMotif: Rib Shoulder DifferentiationFlexion/Extension: Mixed Or BalancedRotation: ModerateSide bending: DefiningCross-lateral: Minor