Pro Foam Roller with Wrap Isolated Rhomboids Release

Description

The muscles of the upper back are very important to posture and stabilization of the shoulder. This area is prone to dysfunction because of poor posture associated with rounded backs. The Thera-Band® Pro Foam Rollers used in conjunction with Thera-Band Foam Roller Wraps+ serve as a novel tool for hands-free myofascial release, deep tissue massage and stabilization exercises. Designed to support varying degrees of tissue mobilization, the Thera-Band Foam Roller Wraps+ are available in four successive colors of progressive density - Yellow (X-Soft) providing extra cushion for more delicate patient populations through Blue (X-Firm) for advanced fascial mobilization. They can be used in-clinic, as part of a home exercise program or patient/client self-initiated wellness routine.

Exercise Instructions

Step One

Find a relatively open area with a decent amount of floor space.

Step Two

Begin by sitting in front of the Thera-Band Pro Foam Roller with Wrap.

Step Three

Gently lean back to rest upper back (shoulder blades) across the horizontal Roller, keeping head in neutral alignment with heels anchored on the floor.

Step Four

Clasp both hands together in front of chest and reach hands up toward ceiling to hollow out.

Step Five

Lift buttocks and dig in with both heels to roll upper back forward and backward across the Roller. To increase the release of the right and left rhomboid muscles, slowly rotate clasped hands towards the right and left, respectively.

Step Six

Continue rolling with long sweeping strokes, working shorter repetitive strokes in areas of increased tightness. Control the pressure through controlling the amount of weight on the Roller, using extra caution when rolling in boney regions.

Step Seven

Slowly roll back into neutral starting position.