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Lumbar Flexion (Flexibility)
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Lie on your back on the floor, with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor.
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Gently pull your knees up toward your chest. Put your hands under your thighs to help pull your knees up.
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Press your low back down to the floor. You should feel a stretch across your back. Hold for 15 seconds, or as instructed.
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Lower your legs back down to the floor and relax.
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Repeat 2 times, or as instructed.
Online Medical Reviewer:
Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Thomas N Joseph MD
Online Medical Reviewer:
Trina Bellendir PT
Date Last Reviewed:
1/1/2025
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