What To Do If Your QL Is Causing Low Back Pain & Tightness
DocJenFitNovember 25, 202400:17:01

What To Do If Your QL Is Causing Low Back Pain & Tightness

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Dr. Dom explore the often-misunderstood quadratus lumborum (QL) muscle, frequently blamed for low back pain and tightness.

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1:30 - Understanding the Quadratus Lumborum
2:40 - QL's Role in Movement
3:36 - QL as an Accessory Respiratory Muscle
5:14 - Fascial Connections of the QL
6:30 - Symptoms of QL Pain
8:08 - Approaches to QL Pain Management
10:03 - Self-Care Techniques for QL Relief
12:40 - Core Muscle Coordination
14:22 - Exercise Examples
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