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Foam Roller Thoracic Extension

Place a foam roller perpendicular to your spine at mid-back level, support your head with your hands, and gently extend back over the roller to mobilize each thoracic segment.

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How to do the Foam Roller Thoracic Extension

  1. Place a foam roller perpendicular to your spine at mid-back level.
  2. Support your head with your hands.
  3. And gently extend back over the roller to mobilize each thoracic segment.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Upper Back, Chest.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Postural Kyphosis, Lower Back Pain, Shoulder Impingement.

Body Fix walks you through the Foam Roller Thoracic Extension with a guided timer, demo video, and progressions. Free on iOS.

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This page is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. See peer-reviewed sources for these recommendations, and always consult a qualified healthcare provider for new, severe, or persistent symptoms.