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5 Daily Stretches to Ease Back Pain

5 Daily Stretches to Ease Back Pain

Back pain is one of the most common reasons patients walk through our doors. The good news is that small, consistent movement habits can have a big impact on how your back feels each day.

Why daily stretching matters

Tissues respond to load and movement. A few minutes of mobility work each day keeps blood flowing, joints moving, and nervous-system threat levels low.

The five stretches

  1. Knee-to-chest — relieves lumbar tension
  2. Child's pose — gentle global stretch
  3. Cat–cow — segmental spinal mobility
  4. Glute bridge hold — light activation
  5. Standing hip flexor — releases anterior tightness

Hold each for 30–45 seconds and repeat twice. Stop if anything sharply increases pain.

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