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Prone Multifidus Activation

Prone Multifidus Activation: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Gently engage the deep back muscles without lifting the trunk, holding the breath, or tightening the gluteals excessively.

Body region
Spine
Position
Prone
Equipment
Exercise Mat
Recovery phase
Early recovery
Purpose
Motor Control

Used in home programs for

  • Mechanical / Non-Specific Low Back Pain

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