#31 - Gluteus Medius, Minimus, & Tensor Fascia Lata PIR

× WARNING!!! Please do not perform any of these exercises unless they have been prescribed to you by one of our doctors. When performed correctly, none of these exercises should cause any pain. If you experience any pain or discomfort during or after any exercise, stop immediately and let us know.
Dr. Ezgar performing Bridging with Posterior Pelvic Tilt & Band exersise

Purpose:

Helps decrease pain, tension, stiffness. Improves flexibility and mobility.

Where to Feel it:

On the side of your leg, hip, buttocks.

Description:

  • Lying on your side on a bed or table, let the “top leg" hang off the back edge and grasp the other side for support.
  • Let the “opposite foot" rest on top of the leg for light downward pressure, until you feel a mild stretch in the outside of the hip.
  • On an inhale, lift the hanging leg lightly, but resist any upward movement with the “opposite foot". On the exhale, let the hanging leg relax with gravity.
  • The leg being stretched is the one you are NOT lying on.
  • Remember to always keep breathing!

Reps:

3-5.

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