If you've been nursing a bad back for a while—and your doctor has ruled out anything serious—the McKenzie Method is an effective method for managing lower-back pain at home.

Also known as the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), this system of assessments and exercises was developed by New Zealand physiotherapist Robin McKenzie in 1981. It’s now a globally recognized treatment for back, neck and limb pain and used to identify, manage and prevent spinal disorders.

Below we've outlined seven McKenzie Method exercises that can help alleviate back pain, mobilize the spine and support healthy spinal function. You may like

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