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Low Back

Figure-4 Stretch

Supine stretch for the outer hip and deep glute region, helpful for SI and buttock pain.

  • Hip mobility
  • Stretch

Standard dose

Sets
2
Reps / hold
30 sec each side
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How to do it

Follow the steps in order. Move in a comfortable range unless your provider said otherwise.

  1. Lie on your back with both knees bent.
  2. Cross one ankle over the opposite thigh.
  3. Reach behind the uncrossed thigh and draw it toward you.
  4. Hold a mild stretch in the outer hip, then switch.