Kneeling Back-Slump Stretch
Technique:
- Kneel on all fours
- Keep your head up facing forward
- Let your back slump downwards
Primary muscles: Gluteus maximus.
Secondary muscles: Transversus abdominis. Rectus abdominis.
Injury where stretch may be useful: Neck muscle strain. Whiplash (neck sprain). Cervical nerve stretch syndrome. Wry neck (acute torticollis). Back muscle strain. Back ligament sprain.
Note: Distribute your weight evenly on both your hands and knees and perform this stretch slowly and carefully.
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