Simple Back Release (not stretch)
It is more productive to focus on the release of tension, rather than stretching, when looking for relief from pain.
Flexion (forward bending) may be useful for relieving back pain due to tight muscles, facet joint problems and spinal stenosis.
However, if the pain is coming from disc problems or damaged ligaments, flexion will likely make things worse.
However, if the pain is coming from disc problems or damaged ligaments, flexion will likely make things worse.
Keep the front body long and hinge from the hip joints.
Bend the knees if the front body is collapsing or the back rounding.
Bend the knees if the front body is collapsing or the back rounding.