6 Simple Stretches to Relieve Lower Back Pain

6. Lateral traction bridge

Exercise for advanced in the absence of contraindications.

1. From the supine position, go to the “bridge”.
2. Alternately stretch with straight arms, lifting it off the floor and pulling to the side.
3. In each extension, hold for 3 seconds, changing hands 6 times in total.

Important recommendations

The lumbar spine is most often weakened and prone to injury. With a body unprepared for stretching, you should not expect an instant effect from exercise. Performing a complex for the first time can even worsen lower back pain. After all, the muscles are not prepared, they are very tense and constrained.

When stretching particularly tight and injury-prone areas: back, neck, lumbar spine, it is best to start work under the guidance of an experienced mentor.

If you feel any difficulty, heaviness, and pain while performing the technique, then it is better to refuse to perform the exercise and start it later, when the muscles are more prepared.