Prone Stabilization Alternate Leg

Professional Rationale
A good early stabilization exercise in prone. If the patient is strong enough, it is better to complete this exercise on the ball - less stress on the cervical spine and there is less likelihood that the patient will lift their legs too high.

Client Rationale
This is a lumbar stabilization exercise that is performed prone (on your tummy). This exercise teaches your body how to engage the core muscles while you do something else with your legs. The prone position is a good place to start as you are in a supported position, and the lumbar spine (low back) is in an unloaded position, which means less stress.



Instructions

• Tighten your lower abdominals by bringing your belly button towards your spine.
• Lift one leg from the surface.
• Return slowly.
• Repeat with opposite leg.
• Place a pillow under your hips.
• Do not hold your breath.
• Do not arch your back.
• Do not raise your leg above the level of your buttock.

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