Stretches For Your Back
It has been pointed out that older athletes tend to spend far more time stretching than younger athletes. Do they stretch more because they are getting older, or because they are getting wiser? Back In Balance Wellness Center helps people in the Bangor and Ellsworth areas with back pain, but back stretches are your first line of defense.
Simple Back Stretches
We have put together a small list of stretches that can help reduce your back pain.
Knee-to-Chest Stretch
- Lay on your back.
- Pull your right knee up to your chest and hold it with your hands.
- Stretch your spine along the floor and hold this pose for as long as it is comfortable.
- Repeat with the other leg.
Spinal Twist
- Sit on the edge of a chair or sofa.
- Fold your right leg over your left.
- Twist to the right, pulling gently with your left hand on your right thigh.
- Hold for a minute.
- Repeat with the other side.
Sphinx Stretch
- Lay on your stomach with arms folded in front of you, palms down, like a Sphinx.
- Do a push-up, with your pelvis still on the floor.
- Hold the pose for about a minute.
- Rest and repeat.
Doing these stretches in the morning, before any strenuous activity, or just whenever you have a free moment, will go a long way towards keeping your back in great shape.
Back Pain Treatment in Ellsworth & Bangor, ME
If you are looking for chiropractic care in or around Ellsworth or Bangor, call our team today at Back In Balance Wellness Center at (207) 667-4678 to schedule an appointment. Don't wait for an injury. Proper stretching and chiropractic care can help to prevent serious injuries, or catch existing issues before they become worse.
