Low back pain can have many causes, including tight or weak back, ab or
core muscles,
muscle sprains or strains, or a
herniated disc. This stretching program can help reduce back pain and help prevent back injuries.
How to Do the Partial Crunch - Pelvic Tilt Exercise
The pelvic tilt is generally the first exercise recommended for recovering from back pain and developing spinal stabilization.
- Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- As you exhale, contract your abdominal muscles and press the small of your back into the floor.
- Lift your head and shoulders slightly up off the floor as you reach toward your feet with your fingertips.
- Hold for 5 to 10 seconds.
- Relax and return to the starting position.
- Repeat 5 to 10 times.
