This semi-supervised exercise program will start with
stretching routines for the lower limbs as well as the
lower back. Then strengthening exercises for abdominal
muscles and paravertebral muscles of the low back
will be added to each session according to the physiotherapist’s
judgment of the patient’s condition. Evidence
suggest that lumbar extensor strengthening
exercise administered alone or with co-interventions is
more effective than no treatment and most passive
modalities for improving pain, disability, and other
patient-reported outcomes in chronic LBP [23]. The
rationale behind choosing this exercise plan was
because access to exercise facilities may be limited and
patients can easily learn and practice the prescribed
exercises at home