How Do You Stretch The Psoas Muscle?
Although few stretch classes mention the psoas muscle by name, this complicated muscle is one of the most important in the body. Joining the lower back and the inner thigh, the psoas muscle is responsible for the movement of the legs and suppleness of the spine. A tight psoas is often the cause of lower back pain, knee pain and tightness in the hips and inner thighs. Lie on your back with your knees bent and pointing toward the ceiling. Although this position seems completely static, it is really a basic psoas stretch. For people with severe lower back pain, this is a safe way to relax and lengthen the psoas. Assume the same position as in Step 1. Keeping one knee bent, stretch the other leg out along the floor. Breath deeply, hold for about 30 seconds, and switch legs. This gentle stretch targets the psoas muscle and is appropriate for moderate back pain. Rest in the same position as in Step 1. Bring the right knee to the chest, holding the leg just under the knee. Maintain this posit
