
Piriformis Stretch I
by Dr. Christopher Notley
Muscles used
1. Gluteus Maximus
2. Gluteus Minimus
3. Gluteus Medius
4. Piriformis
Start Position (for right side)
1. Lying on back
2. Right knee bent to 90 degrees, hip flexed to 90 degrees
3. Grab right knee with left hand
Finish Position
1. Pull knee across the body towards the opposite hip
2. Keep hips flat on ground
Common Errors
1. Lifting hip up on side being stretched
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