Lumbar Cat Cow

Exercise Overview

LUMBAR CAT CAMEL This is a lumbar spine mobility exercise and is used to dissociate movement between the mid and low back. Start in a quadruped position (hands and knees) and focus on isolating the movement to the low back by minimizing movement in the thoracic spine. Place both hands palms flat on the floor just below your shoulders. Alternate between flexing and extending your low back and pelvis.

Muscles Involved

Lumbar Spine

Related Conditions

Thoracolumbar SyndromeLumbar Facet SyndromeSacroiliac Joint SyndromeLower Cross SyndromeAcute Low Back PainNon-specific Low Back Pain

Equipment Needed

No equipment needed

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