Stability or flexibility?

People are confused which joints must be stable and which must be stable. Through assessment, we are able to note key areas that require mobilization and/or stabilization.

One example is the thoracic spine. Without a proper mobility in the thoracic spine, the lumbar spine will be forced to compensate (by creating movement, note that lumbar spine requires stability). This result in a number of potential problems.

These are the major joints that require good stability or flexibilty for a painless body.

*From top to bottom

GH Joint - Stability

Scapular - Mobility/Stability

Thoracic Spine - Mobility

Lumbar Spine - Stability

SI Joint - Mobility/Stability

Hip - Mobility

Knee - Stability

Patella - Mobility

Ankle - Mobility

1st MTP Joint - Mobility

Through assessment process, key areas may be noted and proper rehab/prehab exercises will be able to solve these problems.