To start, lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Don’t press your neck or low back to the floor. Breathe deeply. You should feel comfortable and relaxed in this position:
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Tighten your stomach and buttocks, and press your lower back toward the floor. This should be a small, subtle movement. This should not increase your pain.
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Hold for
5 to 15 seconds. Release. -
Repeat
2 to 5 times.
Stop the exercise if it causes pain, and discuss it with your physical therapist or healthcare provider.
Online Medical Reviewer: Daphne Pierce-Smith RN MSN
Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD
Online Medical Reviewer: Trina Bellendir PT
Date Last Reviewed: 09/01/2023
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