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Thoracic Spine

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TRUNK ROTATION

Look for rotation of the trunk

When the trunk is rotated the following muscles may be involved:

Muscles indirectly affected synergistically by trunk rotation

LATERAL FLEXION OF THE SPINE

Observe the 12th ribs and notice if there are any height differences between the sides

If there is lateral flexion of the spine, the following muscles may be involved:

KYPHOSIS

Observe the curvature of the neck and back from the lateral side of the patient.

Note if any kyphothic posture is involved. If present, then the following patterns should be evaluted:

Intercostalis muscles

Shoulder adductors

Medial rotators of shoulder

Protractors of Scapula

Flexion of trunk