Good and Bad Exercises for Low Back Pain

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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: "Low Back Pain Exercise Guide."
American Council on Exercise: "Bird-dog," "Glute Bridge."
American Pain Foundation: "Back Truths: Debunking Common Myths About Back Pain."
Kell, R. Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research, March 2009.
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National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: "Low Back Pain Fact Sheet."
NHS: "Back Pain - Prevention."
NISMAT.org: "Low Back Program Exercises."
The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports: "Questionable Exercises."
Reviewed by Tyler Wheeler, MD on October 14, 2018
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