Relieving Lower Back Tension
A physical therapist recommends three stretches to help loosen a tight lower back, particularly for those who sit for hours.
According to Carrie Lamb, a physical therapist and educator at Balanced Body, common causes of lower back tension include:
- Computer work
- Looking down at a phone or screen
- Spending a lot of time sitting
- Prolonged work with arms out in front of the body
“Think of the spine like a giant spring meant for shock absorption,”
says Lamb, who also notes that tightness in the thoracic spine (mid-back) can contribute to a stiff lower back.
Author's summary: Simple stretches can help alleviate lower back tension.