Seated Rotation Stretch
Gently stretches the hip and lower back.
What it helps
Gently stretches the hip and lower back, keeping the midsection supple.
How to do it
- Sit with both legs straight in front of you.
- Cross one leg over the other.
- Slowly twist toward the bent leg, using your hand behind you for support.
- Hold, then relax.
Tips
- Hold about 30 seconds. Move slowly.
Commonly done as 4 repetitions, daily.
Where this appears in recovery
Seated Rotation Stretch is part of 3 recovery programs, typically at the restoring motion (weeks 2–6), restoring motion (weeks 3–8) and before surgery · build (4–8 weeks before surgery) stages. Each program shows how it fits alongside the other movements:
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These are general exercise guides, not a personal prescription. The repetitions and frequency shown are what's commonly used — your own surgeon or therapist may advise something different, and their guidance comes first.