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Thoracic region self-mobilization: a clinical suggestion

Katherine D Johnson, Terry L Grindstaff

    International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy
    |April 25, 2012
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study introduces a low-cost, portable device for thoracic spine self-mobilization. This tool aims to enhance patient outcomes by enabling independent thoracic spine and rib joint mobilization techniques.

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