Pectorals Major (Sternocostal Head) Stretching

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    The sternocostal head of the pectoralis major is stretched with horizontal extension of the arm at the shoulder (glenohumeral) joint.

     

    Note: This stretching protocol will also stretch the anterior deltoid.

     

    The sternocostal head of the pectoralis major is stretched with horizontal extension of the arm at the shoulder (glenohumeral) joint.

    The sternocostal head of the pectoralis major is stretched with horizontal extension of the arm at the shoulder (glenohumeral) joint.