What exercises can strengthen the multifidis muscles to reduce, eliminate and prevent low back pain?
Hello Robin,
In order to know how to strengthen specific muscle groups, it is important to know the muscles origin, insertion, its isolated function and its integrated function. I hope you find the following information of help:
Multifidus
Origin: Posterior aspect of the sacrum; processes of the lumbar, thoracic, and cervical spine
Insertion: Spinous processes one to four segments above the origin
Isolated function: Concentrically accelerates spinal extension and contralateral rotation
Integrated function: Eccentrically decelerates spinal flexion and rotation; isometrically stabilizes the spine.
Hopefully the above information will assist you in determining appropriate exercises for your clients to “reduce, eliminate and prevent low back pain.”
Be well.