F r e e m u s i c d o w n l o a d s f o r C e r t i f i e d m e m b e r s : w w w. a b m p . c o m / g o / c e r t i f i e d c e n t r a l 83
The short,
thick quadratus lumborum (QL) is a wonder of a
muscle. While the iliopsoas initiates walking, the QL
provides powerful stability so we can walk. Some
researchers believe complete bilateral paralysis
of the quadratus lumborum would make walking
impossible, even with braces. This magnificent
muscle is an essential component in the bedrock
of our bipedal freedom, and plays a major role
in low-back health. Since low-back pain is the
second most common reason for visits to the
doctor's office (upper-respiratory infections are
first), understanding how to free a dysfunctional
QL is of vital importance to any bodyworker.
By Peggy Lamb
