Stretching & Mobility Routine for Low Back Pain
Struggling with low back pain? The real culprit might be your hips and pelvis—not your spine. Dr. Robin explains 5 easy stretches that can help reduce tension, improve mobility, and relieve pressure on your lower back.
Many people are surprised to learn that low back pain is often influenced by tight muscles surrounding the pelvis and hips rather than the low back itself. By improving mobility and reducing tension in these key areas, you may be able to decrease strain on your spine and move more comfortably throughout the day.
In this video, Dr. Robin shares the five stretches we most commonly recommend to patients experiencing low back discomfort:
Cat-Cow Stretch – A gentle movement to improve spinal mobility and reduce stiffness.
Hip Flexor (Psoas) Lunge Stretch – Helps release tension in the hip flexors, which can contribute to compression and discomfort in the low back.
Knee-to-Chest Stretch – Relaxes the muscles alongside the spine and can help relieve low back tension.
Figure Four Stretch – Targets the piriformis and deep hip muscles that can sometimes contribute to sciatica-like symptoms and nerve irritation.
Hamstring Stretch – Improves flexibility in the back of the legs, helping reduce stress on the pelvis and lower back.
These stretches are easy to perform at home and require minimal equipment—just a pillow or blanket for comfort and a belt, strap, or scarf for assistance if needed.
