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10 middle back exercises to relieve pain

Learn about the importance of back strength and how to improve yours with middle back exercises recommended by physical therapists.

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Published Date: Nov 26, 2024

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1. Seated cat cow

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2. Standing side bend with arm reach

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3. Scapular squeezes

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4. Doorway Stretch

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5. Open book rotation

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6. Bent over IYT

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7. Wall angels

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8. Shoulder rows

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9. Push-up

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10. Diaphragmatic breathing

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Which exercises work the middle back?

1. Seated cat cow

2. Standing side bend with arm reach

3. Scapular squeezes

4. Doorway Stretch

5. Open book rotation

6. Bent over IYT

8. Shoulder rows

10. Diaphragmatic breathing

Benefits of middle back exercises

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