Forward Bending in Right Step Standing

Forward Bending in Right Step Standing

For an ERS Left and or high tone in the Left Erector Spinae:

  • The patient starts in standing and places their right foot up on a chair.
  • Instruct the patient to place their hands around each side of their right knee and slide their hands down the leg towards the ankle attempting to bring the chest down towards the right knee.
  • They hold the stretch for 5 to 10 seconds then return to upright standing.
  • Have the patient repeat this sequence 8 to 10 times.
  • For an ERS Right they place the left foot up on a chair.