Lumbar & Thoracic Exercises
Rehabilitation & Pain Relief Exercises
Our comprehensive collection of lumbar and thoracic spine exercises designed by physical therapists to help with rehabilitation, pain management, and core strengthening. These exercises target conditions like low back pain, disc herniations, sciatica, and improve overall spinal mobility and stability.
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Browse our complete collection of lumbar and thoracic spine exercises below. Each exercise includes clear instructions and demonstration images to ensure proper form and effectiveness.
An exercise that strengthens the glutes and lower back by lifting the hips off the ground while lying on your back.
A gentle spinal rotation exercise that helps improve flexibility in the lower back by moving the knees side to side.
A stretch that targets the lower back and glutes by pulling one knee towards the chest while lying on your back.
An exercise that helps improve pelvic mobility and strengthen the lower abdominal muscles by tilting the pelvis back and forth.
An exercise that strengthens the core while lying on your back by alternating leg lifts without moving the spine.
A stretch that targets the lower back by pulling both knees towards the chest while lying on your back.
An exercise that improves core stability and coordination by extending opposite arm and leg while maintaining a stable spine.
A gentle stretch for the back and hips by lowering the buttocks towards the feet while in a crawl position.
An exercise that improves spinal flexibility by alternating between arching and rounding the back in a crawl position.
An exercise that strengthens the back and core by propping up on the elbows while lying face down.
This exercise focuses on activating the transverse abdominis while stabilizing the lumbar spine.
This exercise helps improve pelvic stability while engaging the core muscles.
This exercise targets the glutes and core while promoting pelvic stability.
This exercise strengthens the back by pressing up from a prone position, promoting spinal extension.
A variation of the bridge exercise that incorporates resistance to strengthen the hips and glutes.
Common Back Conditions
Lumbar Strain/Sprain
Exercises that help with lumbar strain/sprain focus on promoting healing and gradually restoring function.
26 exercises available
Lumbar Muscle Strain
Exercises that help with lumbar muscle strain focus on promoting healing and gradually restoring function.
13 exercises available
Lumbar Spondylosis
Exercises that help with lumbar spondylosis focus on improving spinal function, mobility, and stability.
14 exercises available
Cervical Muscle Tension
Exercises that help with cervical muscle tension focus on improving spinal function, mobility, and stability.
20 exercises available
Cervical Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Exercises that help with cervical myofascial pain syndrome focus on improving spinal function, mobility, and stability.
15 exercises available
Lumbar Instability
Exercises that help with lumbar instability focus on improving spinal function, mobility, and stability.
14 exercises available
Cervical Postural Syndrome
Exercises that help with cervical postural syndrome focus on improving spinal function, mobility, and stability.
13 exercises available
Cervical Instability
Exercises that help with cervical instability focus on improving spinal function, mobility, and stability.
11 exercises available
Hip Bursitis
Exercises that help with hip bursitis focus on improving spinal function, mobility, and stability.
11 exercises available
Hip Osteoarthritis
Exercises that help with hip osteoarthritis focus on improving spinal function, mobility, and stability.
11 exercises available
About Lumbar & Thoracic Exercises
Lumbar and thoracic spine exercises are designed to improve mobility, stability, and strength in the back. Whether you're recovering from an acute injury, managing chronic back pain, or looking to prevent future issues, these exercises can help maintain optimal spinal function. Our collection includes exercises for various conditions including disc herniations, sciatica, spinal stenosis, and general back pain, with options for all ability levels. Always perform back exercises with proper form and stop if you experience increased pain.