Resting on your belly (herniated disc)
Resting on your belly (herniated disc)
- Lie on your stomach, face down or with your head turned to the side.
- Place your arms beside your body. If this bothers your neck, place your hands, one on top of the other, underneath your head. This will help support your head and neck.
- Try to relax your lower back muscles as much as you can.
- Continue to lie on your stomach for 2 minutes.
If your pain spreads down your leg or increases down your leg, stop this exercise and do not do the next exercises.
Current as of: May 1, 2026
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