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Remember:
Begin your Lumbar Extender program with the Support Arch in the
Level 1 position.
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Sit with your back to the arch. Slowly lie back onto the
Support Arch with your knees bent. The wide end of the unit should
be positioned close to your hips/buttocks or base of your spine so
that the Support Arch supports your Lumbar region of your back.
Try to center your spine in the slot that is designed to cradle
your spine and provide extra comfort. |
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You may want to place a pillow beneath your head for added
comfort. |
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| Stretch
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2.
Simple Stretch Position
Relax as much as possible and breath normally. With your knees
bent, rest your arms at your sides. This position provides the
least amount of stretch and is the easiest to do when starting
out. If a greater stretch is desired, proceed to the following
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Moderate Stretch Position
Raise your arms over your head and shoulders and rest them as
close to the floor as you can for an additional stretch. In time
it will become easier, and you may be able to extend your arms
fully and rest your elbows comfortably on the floor. |
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4.
Maximum Stretch Position
Extend your legs and arms fully, as shown in the photo. Remove the
pillow from beneath your head for the maximum amount of stretch.
Feel your back, shoulder, chest and abdominal muscles stretching,
and concentrate on relaxing as much as possible. |
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Rolloff and Recover
Roll onto your side and off the Lumbar Extender. Sit up gradually
and rest for 30 seconds before standing. Remember, you have just
had a major stretch and you should allow your blood to move back
down from your head to your heart, otherwise you may become dizzy. |
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Positions to Try |
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Arm Stretch
Experiment with different arm and hand positions to feel how
different muscles in the shoulders and arms are being stretched
gently and easily |
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Thoracic Stretch
Slide the Lumbar Extender toward your head to support and stretch
the thoracic region of your back. This stretch isolates and
targets many postural muscles. It is recommended that you use a
pillow when you begin doing this stretch. Level 1 will usually
provide a sufficient stretch in this area. |
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Final
Note
The Lumbar Extender was designed to make your life more enjoyable
through better back health. Use Lumbar Extender® to stretch back
muscles and relieve back pain. Use your Lumbar Extender to relieve
muscle tension and to enhance your overall well-being. Incorporate
it into your daily routine to achieve maximum results.
Remember:
The Lumbar Extender can be used anytime. Users find it most
beneficial when they use it just prior to or immediately after any
prolonged activity or inactivity.
Thanks
again for taking this simple step toward improving the quality of
your life with the Lumbar Extender!
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