Relieve Back Pain with the McGill Big Three – At Ikigai Massage
At Ikigai Massage, we believe in a holistic approach to back care. Alongside our therapeutic bodywork, we recommend incorporating three evidence-based core stability exercises—Bird Dog, Side Plank, and McGill Curl-Up—known as the McGill Big Three. These simple yet powerful movements help:
Bird Dog: Enhance spinal stability and posture by engaging the core and back muscles in a controlled, coordinated way.
Side Plank: Build lateral core strength to reduce stress on the spine and improve endurance in everyday movements.
McGill Curl-Up: Strengthen the abdominal muscles while minimizing spinal stress—supporting a pain-free lower back.
Consistent practice can reduce pain, prevent future injury, and complement the healing benefits of your massage sessions.
Let your core support your calm. Feel the difference—from the inside out.
