Lower Back Stretches

Written by Brett Harrop

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The following lower back stretches are designed to restore flexibility to the joints and muscles of the lower back. If you are injured, you should discuss the suitability of these lower back stretches with your physiotherapist prior to beginning them. Generally, they should be performed 3 times daily provided they do not cause or increase pain.


Lower Back Stretches – Basic Exercises

Rotation in Lying

Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat and together. Gently take both knees from side to side as far as possible pain-free (figure 1). Repeat 10 – 20 times.

Lower Back Stretches - Rotation in Lying
Figure 1 – Rotation in Lying

Prone on Elbows

Begin lying on your stomach, then gently prop yourself up onto your forearms, keeping your back relaxed (figure 2). Hold for 2 seconds, then slowly lower yourself down flat. Repeat 10 times provided the exercise is pain-free.

Lower Back Stretches - Prone on Elbows
Figure 2 – Prone on Elbows

Knees to Chest

Lie on your back, knees bent. Take both knees towards your chest using your hands until you feel a mild to moderate stretch, pain-free (figure 3). Hold for 5 seconds and repeat 10 times.

Lower Back Stretches - Flexion in lying
Figure 3 – Knees to Chest


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Lower Back Stretches – Advanced Exercises

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Lower Back Stretches – Less Common Exercises

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