Lower Back Stretching and Strengthening

Exercises PhysioMed Lower Back In touch with the way you work Stretching and Strengthening There are certain activities in the work place that may contribute to developing a sore lower back. These could include repetitive activities at work, sitting or standing for long periods of time, lifting objects or operating machine tools. The nature of these activities can, if not addressed lead to the gradual build up of tension and stiffness in the lower back. These exercises have been designed by our team of Chartered Physiotherapists to assist in preventing the onset of the tension and stiffness or to ease any pain if it occurs. Lower back stretching in sitting Step 1 Step 2 This is a great, overall exercise for your lower back. As some of us sit for long periods of time and not always in the best position, often slumped rather than sat up straight, this position will put a great deal of pressure and stress of the lower back. This simple exercise will stretch out the tissue in the lower part of the back and lift a lot of that pressure and stress on the area. • Sitting in a chair and place your hands on the lower part of your