Abstract
Methods used to achieve flexibility of the rectus femoris may require modification in the athlete with degenerative low back pain. Maintaining a posterior pelvic tilt during stretching has the dual purpose of promoting an efficient stretch and protecting the lumbar spine from undue stress.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 66-73 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Strength and Conditioning Journal |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 2005 |
Keywords
- Flexibility
- Hip flexor
- Intervertebral foramen
- Posterior pelvic tilt
- Rectus femoris
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
- Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine