Banded First Rib Head Tilt
Exercise Overview
The banded first rib head tilt exercise is a rib joint mobilization exercise that is used to target the first rib. Start by looping a thick monster band over top the shoulder near the base of the neck. Anchor the other end down with your foot while you are standing. You many additionally hold onto a weight such as a kettlebell or dumbbell on the targeted side. Begin to laterally flexing the cervical spine by bending the neck side to side. Complete the movement at a 4-5 second tempo. Attempt to reach full range of motion within tolerance.
Muscles Involved
ScalenesUpper trapeziusLevator ScapulaeFirst Rib
Related Conditions
brachial plexopathy / brachial plexus impingementneurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome / NTOSfirst rib dyfunctioncervical dorsalgiaspinal accessory nerve impingementelevated first rib
