Functional Rehab Academy

Erector spinae (back chain test)

Primary muscles: Erector spinae (Spinalis, Iliocostalis, Longissimus)

Muscle function: Postural extension

Client is supine with hip and knees extended. Grab around the ankles and try to the lift client of the table.

Functional anatomy for

Erector spinae (back chain test)

Organ relationship:

  • Esophagus (FA)
  • Stomach (FA)
  • Pancreas (FA)
  • Liver (FA)
  • Gallbladder (FA)
  • Small intestine (FA)
  • Large intestine (FA)
  • Adrenals (FA)
  • Reproductive organs (FA)
  • Spleen (FA)

Release exercises

Corrective strength exercises