During the transition from Abdominal & Hip Flexor to Hip ROM, which step is performed after removing lumbar support?

During the transition from Abdominal & Hip Flexor to Hip ROM, which step is performed after removing lumbar support?

• A. Lie down.
• B. Insert shoulder blocks.
• C. Place feet into straps.
• D. Roll down.

Answer: (B)

Stabilizing the upper body before moving into hip range of motion is the key idea here. After the lumbar support is removed, inserting shoulder blocks gives a solid base for the chest and shoulders, keeping the scapulae retracted and the neck in alignment. This upper-body stability prevents the shoulders from collapsing forward and helps maintain proper spine and pelvis alignment as you progress into the hip ROM movement. With that support in place, you can safely place the feet into the straps and perform the hip ROM with better control. Lying down or rolling down wouldn’t provide the necessary stabilization at this exact transition, and placing the feet into straps without first securing the shoulders risks misalignment.

Stabilizing the upper body before moving into hip range of motion is the key idea here. After the lumbar support is removed, inserting shoulder blocks gives a solid base for the chest and shoulders, keeping the scapulae retracted and the neck in alignment. This upper-body stability prevents the shoulders from collapsing forward and helps maintain proper spine and pelvis alignment as you progress into the hip ROM movement. With that support in place, you can safely place the feet into the straps and perform the hip ROM with better control. Lying down or rolling down wouldn’t provide the necessary stabilization at this exact transition, and placing the feet into straps without first securing the shoulders risks misalignment.