Exercises for Lower Back Pain

Posted: Jan 09, 2010 |Comments: 0 |

Here are some exercises for strengthening the back by gently stretching the back muscles.  Do each of these exercises five times twice daily preferably in the morning and evening. Later on you can increase the repetitions to ten times.backpain-woman-couch.jpg

Do each exercise quite slowly and cautiously.

Stop any exercise that causes discomfort, numbness, weakness or some other sensation.

It is always  good to do some light aerobic exercise such as brisk walking to warm up the muscles before doing any exercise.

Exercise No.1

1. Lie on your back on a mattress
2.  Bend one knee, place your hands upon it and slowly bring it towards your chest.
3. Press your lower back against the floor as you do so.
4. Remain in this position for as much time as you feel comfortable.
5. Come back in the original lying position and relax.
6. Repeat with the other knee.
7.  Do the same exercise with both your knees.

Exercise No.2

1. Lie on your back. Keep your arms on sides. Bend your knees while keeping your feet flat on the floor.
2. Place your lower back flat on the floor. As you do so, your hips will rise upwards.
3. Hold on for about 10 seconds and come back to the original position.
4.  Slowly increase your holding time to one minute.

Exercise No.3

1. Lie with your back on the floor
2. Fold your arms and place them on your chest.
3. Tuck your chin into chest and raise your pelvis so as that your back lies flat on the floor.
4. Raise your head and shoulders from the floor and tighten the muscles of your abdomen as your raise your torso upwards.
5. Remain in this position for 10 seconds and return to your lying position.
6. Repeat this exercise 5-10 times and gradually increase the repetitions.

There are numerous other exercises that stretch and strengthen the muscles, but it is always better to seek expert advice on exercises that specially target lower back pain. Also, consult your doctor if you have a herniated disk or some other problem related to it.

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