The Point Where Recovery Begins

Lumbar Core Stabilization Program

Our physical therapists offer the patient with lower back pain an effective solution for pain relief. This strengthening program is more than just a crunch.

All exercise programs require proper core activation prior to properly executing the desired functional movement pattern(s). 

Focus on your CORE. The target muscles in core strengthening are:

• Transverse Abdominis - the muscle deep in the abdominal wall that encircles the trunk (like hoops on a barrel)

• Multifidus

• Pelvic Floor Muscles

The best corset you can give patients is their own muscle brace through their transverse abdominis. 

A Core Stabilization Program incorporates Pilates core mat-based exercises along with props such as the Swiss Ball, foam rollers, balance discs, and resistive bands.  The swiss ball and the other props are great tools for core stabilization training as they challenge ones balance and therefore increase the recruitment of the transverse abdominis muscle during exercise.

Rounding out our lumbar program, we would include diaphragmatic breathing, good posture, ADL’s, aerobic training and flexibility exercises.