Back Exercises: Seated Rotation
To start, sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Shift your weight slightly forward to avoid rounding your back. Relax, and keep your ears, shoulders, and hips aligned:
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Fold your arms and elbows just below shoulder height.
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Turn from the waist with hips forward. Turn your head last. Do not push through the pain.
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Hold for a count of 10 to 30. Return to starting position.
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Repeat 3 to 5 times on one side. Then switch sides.
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Bellendir, Trina, MSPT, CLT
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Online Medical Reviewer:
Joseph, Thomas N., MD
Date Last Reviewed:
3/1/2018
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