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A helpful stretch for low-back pain

Submitted by Mike Stoudenmire on December 21, 2007 - 19:22.

Dear Doctor Ben,

Thank you for your helpful newsletter.
Yes, the warrior pose helps my back considerably, but a friend showed me a variation that works even better: You're in the same pose, but instead of balancing on one foot, you lie on your back in a doorway, one leg is held up by the wall, and the other extends through the door. It is exactly the same position, only passive, and easier to do for a good long time. I find a good long stretch is much better than a short one. I will go several minutes; less than that does little good. There's a place for such passive stretching; it isolates the target muscle very well, is safe, and encourages stretching.

Thanks again,

Mike

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