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Back Exercises: Lower Back Rotation

To start, lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Don’t press your neck or lower your 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.

  • Do not push through pain.

  • Hold for  20 seconds.

  • Slowly switch sides.

  • Repeat  2 to 5 times.

    Woman lying on back with arms outstretched. Hips and pelvis are rotated to one side.

Online Medical Reviewer: Elizabeth Oswald PT DPT
Online Medical Reviewer: Marianne Fraser MSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Rajadurai Samnishanth
Date Last Reviewed: 4/1/2024
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