Yoga Poses and Stretches to Relieve Back Pain

5. Kneeling Lunge

Like cat and cow, the kneeling lunge stretch loosens the hips, specifically the flexor muscles that attach to the hip bone. When these muscles become too tight, they impact posture, which in turn leads to back pain. The kneeling lunge helps loosen those muscles, relieving back and hip pain. The stretch is performed exactly as the name indicates. Kneel on the ground and bring one foot forward until the shin is at a 90 degree angle to the floor. Let the hips sink down and keep the gaze forward and the shoulders relaxed. Padding the back knee can prevent pressure or pain.