Low back pain · Getting stronger
Low Back Pain Exercises: Phase 2 (Strengthening)
Build core and hip strength once pain settles: dead bug, bird dog, bridges and side planks, the hip hinge for safe bending, and stretches for tight hips and hamstrings.
Reviewed by a licensed physical therapist on the HEPonDemand team
For therapists: opens the program builder with these 9 exercises. Set the sets and reps, then print it or save it as a PDF for your patient.
The exercises
- 1.Dead Bug
- 2.Bird Dog
- 3.Bridge
- 4.Modified Side Plank
- 5.Clamshell
- 6.Hip Hinge with Dowel
- 7.Half-Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch
- 8.Supine Piriformis Stretch
- 9.Supine Hamstring Stretch with Strap
Every recovery is different. Do only the exercises your surgeon or therapist gives you, with the sets, reps and frequency they set. Stop and check with them if you feel sharp pain. This page is general information, not medical advice.
