GENERAL GUIDELINES: NEUTRAL SPINE

NEUTRAL SPINE is the position of the spine when the ears, shoulders, hips, and ankles are vertically aligned. This position can be achieved by standing with heels 1" - 2 " from a wall with head, shoulder blades, and buttocks against the wall. The natural curvatures of the spine in this position are your NEUTRAL alignment. Postural defects might prevent this degree of alignment. When performing the exercises, attempt to remain as close as possible to this Neutral Spine.


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