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Trunk Side and Leg Stretch

These exercises should only be performed after evaluation by a qualified medical professional and under their instruction. Failure to properly ascertain the reasons for certain injuries or the causes of pain may lead to further injury if these exercises are performed.

Should you experience pain or discomfort while doing an exercise, stop immediately. Follow only the exercises that your doctor has recommended to avoid the potential of further injury.

Purpose

To stretch sides and legs.

Steps

1. In a standing position raise left leg and place it on a supporting surface.
2. Raise both hands overhead and interlock your fingers.
3. On Exhale: bend sideways toward your left leg as far as is comfortably possible.
4. Hold for 5-10 seconds.
5. Repeat with opposite side.

Tips

• Do not lean forward.
• Keep legs straight.
• Maintain a vertical plane as you bend sideways.