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Single-Leg Bridge

Single-Leg Bridge: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Lie on your back with your knees bent, feet flat on the floor. Straighten one leg, then push through your other heel to lift your hips up. Lower back down with control.

Body region
Hip
Position
Supine
Equipment
No equipment
Recovery phase
Late recovery
Purpose
Strengthening

Used in home programs for

  • Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (Gluteal Tendinopathy)
  • Hamstring Strain
  • Hip Arthroscopy
  • Hip Replacement
  • Mechanical / Non-Specific Low Back Pain
  • Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction

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