Recovering from low back pain requires first and foremost that further irritation or injury to the spine is avoided. This will create an environment conducive to healing. The most common source of strain to the low back occurs when bending. It is important to learn to hinge from the hips and knees without bending forward at the waist.

The following links are some examples of correct and incorrect technique when performing common activities of daily life (ADL).

• The Hip Hinge
• Getting out of a Chair
• Brushing Teeth
• Driving
• Picking Up a Bag from the Floor
• Putting a Baby in a Car
• Changing a Baby
• Lifting
• How to Stay Active