FIRST RIB HYPOMOBILITY ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT IN SUPINE POSITION To round up our little series on 1st rib assessment, we want to show you how to assess the first rib in supine position in Make sure to assess the end-feel after your patient has exhaled! | Physiotutors

FIRST RIB HYPOMOBILITY ASSESSMENT IN SITTING POSITION In the last days we talked about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) and how to assess it. One reason for TOS can be an entrapment in the costoclavicular space due to a hypomobile 1st rib. Further possible indications for 1st rib assessment and subsequent mobilizations are: - Limited rotation of the cervical spine - Difficulties/pain with breathing | Physiotutors