Seated Twist

Exercise Overview

Seated Twist is a gentle spinal mobility exercise used to improve trunk rotation and reduce stiffness through the thoracic and lumbar regions. It is commonly prescribed to promote postural mobility and ease discomfort associated with prolonged sitting.

Muscles Involved

External obliquesInternal obliquesErector spinaeMultifidusRotatoresQuadratus lumborum

Related Conditions

Thoracic spine stiffnessLow back stiffnessPostural dysfunctionMechanical back painReduced spinal mobility

Equipment Needed

No equipment needed

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