Lumbar spine extension

Physiotherapy

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Lie comfortably on your front (Fig A).

Lifting the head and chest away from the bed resting on the forearms — Fig B.

Bring your hands and elbows underneath you and slowly push through your forearms to lift your head and chest away from the bed (Fig B).

Lifting the head and chest away from the bed pushing through the forearms so the arms are staight — Fig C.

Make sure your hips stay on the bed and keep your head and neck relaxed.
Do not bend the neck backwards.

You should feel a stretch in your lower back as you extend your spine.

Repeat as directed by your physiotherapist.

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