A Rotation That Starts at the Waist
The following exercise may help improve strength and spinal flexibility:
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Sit in a sturdy chair with your feet flat on the floor.
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Lean forward slightly to keep from "hunching" your back and shoulders.
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Keep your hips, shoulders, and ears in a straight up-and-down line.
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Fold your arms in front of you just below the shoulders. Do this by grasping opposing elbows with the hands.
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Keep your hips facing forward and turn at the waist. Turn your neck the same direction you are turning your waist.
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Remain in the side-facing position for 5 seconds and then turn back to face forward.
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Repeat the exercise 5 times toward 1 side and then switch to the other side, repeating 5 times.
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| Demonstration of the beginning position. |
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| Demonstration of the seated rotation. |
Online Medical Reviewer:
Raymond Turley Jr PA-C
Online Medical Reviewer:
Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Thomas N Joseph MD
Date Last Reviewed:
4/1/2023
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