Next time you have lower back pain, try the stretch in the video below. It is called the Cat and the Camel. It takes your lower back through both a flexion and extension motion. By getting your spine moving, stuck or misaligned vertebra may self correct on their own.

Cat and Camel for Lower Back Pain

This short 1-minute video will show you an effective way to stretch your lower back.

The key with this exercise is to try to let your lower back relax if you are in pain.

Lower Back Pain and Ab Muscles

The Cat and Camel stretch is unique in that in an alternating fashion it contracts and relaxes both your lower back and abdominal muscles. This makes it very effective for improving your control over your abdominal and core muscles and relieving pain. It is not uncommon during this stretch to feel your spine relax and ease into place.

Exercises for Lower Back Pain

An important point to keep in mind when trying exercises for your lower back, is to be sure to include all the back supporting muscles. Including exercises for your leg, hip and buttock strength and flexibility are a key to healing yourself from lower back pain long term.

Best Regards,

Dr. Sarro