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Prone Alternating Arm and Leg Lift

Prone Alternating Arm and Leg Lift: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Lie face down. Lift one arm and the opposite leg slightly without arching your lower back, lower them, and alternate sides.

Body region
Spine
Position
Prone
Equipment
Treatment Table Or Exercise Mat
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Motor Control

Used in home programs for

  • Mechanical / Non-Specific Low Back Pain

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