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2.12.1.    Therapy for the trapezius, descend-

ing part.

Starting Position: P: Supine; head and neck in fuli ventral and left lateral flexion and right rotation; shoulders at edge of head of couch. T: Standing at head of couch; left side of abdomen supports right side of P’s head.

Grip: T’s left hand grips the dorsal side of P's neck. P's head and neck are stabilized between T's left forearm and chest. T's right hand on P's right shoulder.

Procedurę: Using this grip. T applies traction to P's neck while gradually and maximally pushing P's shoulder in a caudal and dorsal direction.

Stimulation of Antagonists: T moves right hand. cupping P’s right elbow in palm. T then asks P to move further in the direction of stretching., and resists that movement to stimulate P’s antagonists.

Notę: Avoid any movements of P's head and neck other than the prescribed traction applied.

Fig. 27 b. Finał Position. 44 (Yiewed from side)

Fig. 27 a. Starting Position.

Fig. 28 Finał Position. (Yiewed from below)