Full press-up back extension (herniated disc)
Full press-up back extension (herniated disc)
- Lie on your stomach, face down. Keep your elbows tucked into your sides and below your shoulders.
- Straighten your elbows, and push your upper body up as far as you can. Allow your lower back to sag. Keep your hips, pelvis, and legs relaxed.
- Hold this position for about 6 seconds, and then relax.
- Repeat 8 to 12 times.
If your pain spreads down your leg or gets worse down your leg, stop this exercise.
If you can't do this exercise, you may instead try the backward bend exercise that follows.
Current as of: May 1, 2026
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