Stretches For Tight Hips to Ease Back Pain
These Simple Stretches Could Be Key to Preventing Back Pain
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A major hip flexor muscle, the psoas, not only draws the thigh toward the abdomen, but is also attached to the five lowest vertebrae of the spine. When the psoas shortens and tightens from activities like running, sitting, cycling, or even sleeping in a tight fetal position, it can pull on the vertebrae, creating a sensation of tightness in the low back. The good news is that stretching out the hip flexors can alleviate a lot of lower back pain. Once you are warmed up, and after every workout, you should stretch your psoas.