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Cat-Camel

Cat-Camel: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Start on your hands and knees. Round your back up toward the ceiling and tuck your chin, then let your belly sink down as you lift your head and arch your back.

Body region
Spine
Position
Quadruped
Equipment
No equipment
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Strengthening

Used in home programs for

  • Lumbar Spondylosis (Degenerative)
  • Mechanical / Non-Specific Low Back Pain
  • Thoracic Spine Pain (Mechanical)

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