These exercises should only be performed after evaluation by a qualified medical professional and under their instruction. Failure to properly ascertain the reasons for certain injuries or the causes of pain may lead to further injury if these exercises are performed.

Should you experience pain or discomfort while doing an exercise, stop immediately. Follow only the exercises that your doctor has recommended to avoid the potential of further injury.

Purpose

To strengthen abdominal muscles; and to low back range of motion.

Steps

1. Begin by lying on your back.
2. Pull right knee to chest with both hands and hold as tightly as is comfortably possible.
3. Raise your head and touch your nose to your knee.
4. Hold for 5 seconds.
5. Repeat with the opposite knee.

Tips

• Keep your lower back touching the floor