ILIOPSOAS MUSCLE--THE TROUBLEMAKER OF THE BACK
The content of this video is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This video does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Any and all exercises or exercise programs should be discussed with your personal physician before starting.
ILIOPSOAS HOME EXERCISE
- Use bed, table, back of couch or anything that is at a height that is comfortable for you
- Bring your left leg up on bed as if you’re trying to stretch out your groin muscle
- Right leg should be off the table with knee bent
- Relax your back and buttocks muscles letting gravity naturally pull the pelvis towards the bed as far as possible
- Hold 30 seconds, repeat opposite side, do 2-3 times daily
- TIP: Never go to the point of pain. Go instead to the feather edge of discomfort or until a good stretch is felt.
NON-SURGICAL ORTHOPEDICS, Â MICHAEL HADLEY D.O.
BMC Musculoskeletal Disorder Journal showed that OMT (Osteopathic Manipulation Treatment) significantly reduced low back pain when compared to placebo or normal back treatments. The benefit was noted not just for short term relief but also intermediate and long term relief. In addition it was noted that substantially less Osteopathic Manipulation Treatment visits were needed compared to Chiropractic treatments.
Licciardone, (Aug 4, 2005).
"Osteopathic manipulative treatment for low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials"
BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 6: 43.
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