movement, and strain the spine. Performing leg lifts to the side and back helps to strengthen the hip musculature. Perform coordinated strengthening exercises. For example, doing mini squats while keeping your abdomen tight helps to engage the core, pelvic, and leg muscles together. How physical therapy helps your spinal strength Physical therapists have years of training in kinesiology, the study of human movement. Through proper evaluation of what muscles are weak in your spine, we pinpoint the area that needs strengthening. We then teach you specific exercises that target particular muscle groups. We naturally progress from very simple exercises to more complex coordinated exercises as our spinal muscles heal and begin to work together. You are empowered with the knowledge of keeping your spine strong and healthy. Try this exercise to improve your spinal strength and stability. >>
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