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Exercises for Strength and Flexibility
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Back Exercises: Lower Back Rotation

To start, lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Don’t press your neck or lower back to the floor. Breathe deeply. You should feel comfortable and relaxed in this position.

  • Drop both knees to one side. Turn your head to the other side. Keep your shoulders flat on the floor.

  • Hold for 20 seconds.

  • Slowly switch sides.

  • Repeat 2 times.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Publication Source: Kohatsu W, Integrative Medicine, 2nd ed., Chapter 63 - Low back pain exercises, 2007, pp 687-695
Online Source: National Guideline Clearinghouse http://guidelines.gov/summary/summary.aspx?doc_id=9863&nbr=005287&string=Adult+AND+low+AND+back+AND+pain.
Online Medical Reviewer: Bhattacharyya, Tim MD
Date Last Reviewed: 1/15/2007
Date Last Modified: 12/12/2007