Quadruped Thoracic Rotation

Purpose

Screen for Quadruped Thoracic Rotation findings.

Execution

1. 1Assume a quadruped position with spine neutral
2. 2Place one hand behind the head
3. 3Rotate the thorax toward the ceiling
4. 4Keep hips level and lumbar stable
5. 5Compare left vs right rotation

Key Observations

• Hand behind head, rotate
• Compare both sides

Views

• frontal

Protocol

1. 1Observe from: frontal.
2. 2Standardize start position and instructions.
3. 3Perform 2-3 trials per side when applicable.
4. 4Record key observations and any positive indicators.
5. 5Compare left vs right when applicable.

Reference

Shirley Sahrmann