Stretches for Low Back Pain

If you have pain in your lower back, try these stretches when your pain level is low.

Start with gentle range of motion:

1. Twist at your waist to the left

2. Twist to the right

3. Make your back straight

4. Touch your toes

Next, try the stretches shown below.

Stretches for Low Back Pain_TSAP.pdf

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Images adapted from the textbook Sports Medicine Patient Advisor

Important Note: If any of these stretches cause more pain, skip it and try the other stretches.

Enjoy stretching your back muscles!