Mobilizations and Variations for the First Rib

Cervical SNAGs | Neck Self-Mobilization

Rib Functional Mobilization

Stop Blaming Your First Rib (It's Your Scalenes & Subclavius)

😮 Did you know your scalenes can cause first rib pain? If these muscles get tight from stress or overuse, they can pull your ribs up into the clavicle, leading to compression and discomfort. Here’s how you can release that tension and find relief! 1. **Warm Up:** Start by warming up your scalene muscles for about 30 seconds, focusing on the tender spots and getting the blood flowing. 2. **Pin-and-Stretch:** Find the most sensitive areas, pin them down, and stretch the muscle in the opposite dir