4 Exercises to IMPROVE Your Stiff Mid-Back (Thoracic Spine Mobility)

Timestamps: 0:00 Start 0:21 Thoracic Spine Stiff Defined 1:32 Thoracic Spine Extension 2:51 Thoracic Spine Rotation 3:54 Final Words Sedentary lifestyles are an undesirable hallmark of modern society, affecting a significant proportion of the population. Prolonged sitting, (a form of sedentary behavior), has progressively become the norm with computerization in the workplace. These developments are not only detrimental to physiological health and well-being with rising levels of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, but also musculoskeletal health. Recent research findings have found an association between prolonged sitting (more than 8 hours a day) and increased neck, shoulder, and low back pain. Sedentary behaviors may induce a relatively stiff thoracic spine contributing towards the dysfunction in the adjacent spinal regions. This video will provide you with exercises to improve your thoracic spine mobility! Why does this area of the spine become tight? How do I improve motion in this area of my back? As previously discussed, prolonged positioning in a sedentary position may lead to tightness in the thoracic spine. To make substantial and long-term improvements in mobility not only of the thoracic spine but anywhere in the body, consistency is key! Making movement a part of your daily routine will promote the long-term success of permanent improvements. Moreover, passive stretching exercises are oftentimes appropriate; however, it is very important to perform active mobility exercises within new ranges of motion in order to promote permanent changes to mobility! Habits do take time to stick. Looking for a Thoracic Spine Mobility Program? Look no further than our [P]rehab Membership! The [P]rehab Membership: - A new era is upon us, the all inclusive Prehab membership! This is the ultimate anti-barrier solution to keeping your body healthy. Access state of the art physical therapy, fitness programs, and workouts online in the comforts of your own home or gym! Trial it for free, and learn how to get out of pain, avoid injury, and optimize your health with [P]rehab! [P]rehab Website: - Follow us on social for more awesome content! - - - - @theprehabguys