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BASIC TRAINING

LOW BACK PROGRAM
 
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This is a simple and low level program. Try to do each of these exercises three times per week. Good luck!

HAMSTRING STRETCH

QUADRATUS LUMBORUM STRETCH

CRUNCHES

BRIDGING

FUNCTIONAL SQUAT

QUADRIPED ALTERNATE ARM AND LEG


HAMSTRING STRETCH

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Purpose: To gain flexibility in the muscle that runs along the back of the thigh
Start Position: Lie in doorway with leg to be stretched leaning on the door jam and opposite leg positioned through doorway
Action: Move towards the door jam until a stretch is felt along the back of
the thigh
Parameters: Hold stretch for 30 seconds, Repeat 3-5 times
Tips: Keep legs as straight as possible and the buttocks lined up with door jam; loop a towel around the ball of the foot in order to stretch the calf at the same time