Pectoralis Minor – Stretching

Joe Muscolino

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    The pectorals minor is stretched with retraction, elevation, and upward rotation of the scapula at the scapulocostal joint.

    The pectorals minor is stretched with retraction, elevation, and upward rotation of the scapula at the scapulocostal joint.

    The pectorals minor is stretched with retraction, elevation, and upward rotation of the scapula at the scapulocostal joint.

     

    Notes:

    • This stretch is usually performed by leaning in against the frame of a door.
    • The same-side foot is forward and the client leans in, transferring weight onto the forward foot.
    • The arm is abducted to approximately 135 degrees and then extended back.
    • The scapula is upwardly rotated via scapulohumeral rhythm when the arm is abducted at the glenohumeral joint.