Crook Lying Lumbar Distraction

Exercise Overview

The crook lying lumbar distractionis a low back assisted stretch exercise that uses a heavy pullup assist band. Start by looping a pullup assist band around both thighs and anchoring it to a stable object. Lie down on your back face up in crook lying position (both knees bent). Relax the muscles of the abdomen and low back to allow the band to pull the pelvis towards the band’s anchor point.

Muscles Involved

Lumbar SpineLumbar Disc

Related Conditions

Lumbar Disc HerniationLumbar RadiculopathyLumbar Facet SyndromeSacroiliac Joint Syndrome (SIJ Syndrome)

Equipment Needed

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