๐ต Top Core Exercise for Spinal Stenosis ๐ต A safe way to strengthen your core no matter how bad your back pain is.
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Do you suffer from spinal stenosis? This condition, often linked to disc herniations or degenerative discs and facet joints, can cause significant low back pain and sciatica. Finding safe exercises that donโt aggravate your condition can be challenging. In this video, we reveal one of the best exercises to strengthen your core and provide stability to help your lower back heal. ๐ชโจ
๐ Why Stability is Crucial for Recovery
Spinal stenosis narrows the spaces where nerves exit the spine, leading to pain from even small movements. Stability exercises help prevent this pressure, reducing pain and promoting healing. ๐ซ๐
โ ๏ธ Common Core Exercise Pitfalls
Typical core exercises might involve bending or twisting, which can worsen pain for those with spinal stenosis. Even with proper technique, exercises like side planks or abdominal rotations might still cause discomfort. This video introduces an exercise that keeps your spine stable and pain-free! ๐
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๐ How to Do the Pallof Press for Spinal Stenosis
-Anchor your band at shoulder height.
-Stand side-on to the anchor, holding the band with both hands.
-Brace your core and maintain good posture.
-Step sideways to create tension in the band.
-Press the band straight out from your chest and return.
-Repeat for 10 reps on each side, and aim for 3-5 sets. Start with a lighter resistance and gradually increase. ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ
๐ซ Mistakes to Avoid:
-Twisting or bending your spine when stepping away.
-Twisting during the press movement.
-Not maintaining proper posture and core engagement.
โจ Making the Exercise Easier:
-Use a lighter band.
-Hold the band against your chest and step sideways without pressing.
๐ฅ Enhancing the Pallof Press:
-Try angled variations with the band anchored high or low.
-Half-kneeling Pallof Press.
-Side lunge Pallof Press.
-Pallof Press rotation (a more advanced option).
๐ Progressing for Long-Term Back Health
While the Pallof Press is excellent for starting, incorporating other exercises like squats and hip hinges will build more comprehensive back strength and stability. Check out our in-depth tutorials for these essential movements! ๐
๐ฅ Watch now to master the safest core exercise for spinal stenosis and start your journey to a pain-free back! For more guidance, explore our detailed tutorials and join the Back In Shape Program for personalized support.
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:45 Spinal Stenosis Explained
2:27 Demonstration: Pallof Press
3:43 Common Mistakes
5:37 Make It Easier!
8:04 Progression Strategies
9:10 Progression: High Anchor
9:40 Progression: Low Anchor
10:12 Progression: Kneeling
10:53 Progression: Lunge
11:40 Progression: Rotation
14:27 Overview: Final Thoughts