Piriformis Stretch for Lower Back Pain
If you suffer from lower back pain, the piriformis could be the cause.
If you suffer from lower back pain, the piriformis could be the cause.
These piriformis stretch techniques can help you minimize the pain as you go about your daily activities. We treat a lot of patients for lower back pain and piriformis syndrome. There are a few options for stretching the piriformis, in increasing intensity.
Option 1: Easy on Your Piriformis
Put your left ankle above your right knee, then push down on your left knee to feel a light stretch.
Option 2: Medium Strain on Your Piriformis
Put your left ankle above your right knee, then lift your right leg while pushing down on your left knee. You'll feel more pressure on your piriformis with this stretch.
Option 3: Stronger Strain on Your Piriformis
Put your left ankle above your right knee, then pull your left knee to the opposite (right) shoulder. You should probably build up to this stretch with options 1 and 2 first, to make it easier on you.
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