Cobra Stretch — Technique, Reps & Cautions
Gentle spinal extension stretch to counter prolonged sitting.
Gentle spinal extension stretch to counter prolonged sitting. Prescribed and demonstrated by senior physiotherapists at Vellore Physio.
Muscles targeted
- Abdominals
- Hip flexors
- Lumbar spine
Progressions
- • Add resistance band or light load
- • Increase hold time or tempo
Regressions
- • Reduce range of motion
- • Fewer reps with better form
How to do it — step by step
Cobra Stretch
- 1
Set-up
Lie prone, hands under shoulders.
- 2
Rise
Press up gently, keeping hips down, eyes forward.
- 3
Hold
Hold 5 s. 10 reps.
Common mistakes
- Rushing the reps
- Holding your breath
- Compensating with a stronger muscle group
Used in these programs
Common questions about the cobra stretch
What Vellore patients say about cobra stretch exercise care
- Jul 2026
"Referred by a colleague in Sholinghur. The dry-needling and manual therapy for my cobra stretch exercise gave same-day relief, and the strengthening plan made it last. First clinic where a physio actually watched me move before treating."
Sundar M.Sholinghur, Vellore - Jan 2026
"My father, a diabetic patient in Arcot, was recovering from cobra stretch exercise. The physiotherapist worked around his sugar levels, mobility, and family schedule. Six weeks in, he is walking without support. Truly patient-centred care."
Lakshmi V.Arcot, Vellore - May 2025
"As a retired teacher from Ranipet, I struggled with cobra stretch exercise for months before coming here. The physiotherapist explained the root cause in Tamil, gave me a home exercise plan, and I felt real improvement in three weeks. Best decision I made this year."
Prakash S.Ranipet, Vellore - May 2026
"Post-surgery rehab for cobra stretch exercise was handled beautifully. Coordinated directly with my surgeon at CMC. Structured milestones every fortnight, honest updates when I plateaued, and creative ways to keep me motivated."
Meenakshi R.Gudiyatham, Vellore - May 2026
"a 28-year-old here from Walajapet. Had chronic cobra stretch exercise for over a year. What worked was pain-education plus graded exercise, not endless machines. Now I sleep through the night and go for morning walks pain-free."
Manoj G.Walajapet, Vellore - Jul 2026
"Referred by a colleague in Sholinghur. The dry-needling and manual therapy for my cobra stretch exercise gave same-day relief, and the strengthening plan made it last. First clinic where a physio actually watched me move before treating."
Sundar M.Sholinghur, Vellore - Jan 2026
"My father, a diabetic patient in Arcot, was recovering from cobra stretch exercise. The physiotherapist worked around his sugar levels, mobility, and family schedule. Six weeks in, he is walking without support. Truly patient-centred care."
Lakshmi V.Arcot, Vellore - May 2025
"As a retired teacher from Ranipet, I struggled with cobra stretch exercise for months before coming here. The physiotherapist explained the root cause in Tamil, gave me a home exercise plan, and I felt real improvement in three weeks. Best decision I made this year."
Prakash S.Ranipet, Vellore - May 2026
"Post-surgery rehab for cobra stretch exercise was handled beautifully. Coordinated directly with my surgeon at CMC. Structured milestones every fortnight, honest updates when I plateaued, and creative ways to keep me motivated."
Meenakshi R.Gudiyatham, Vellore - May 2026
"a 28-year-old here from Walajapet. Had chronic cobra stretch exercise for over a year. What worked was pain-education plus graded exercise, not endless machines. Now I sleep through the night and go for morning walks pain-free."
Manoj G.Walajapet, Vellore
- Jul 2025
"Sports injury from local cricket — my cobra stretch exercise was ruining my season. The return-to-sport protocol here is elite: force-plate testing, criteria-based progression, sport-specific drills. Back on the field in 6 weeks, stronger than before."
Mohan B.Thorapadi, Vellore - Feb 2025
"Compared three clinics in Vellore before choosing this one. What convinced me was that the assessment for my cobra stretch exercise was proper — orthopedic tests, movement screen, and a written plan. No generic ultrasound-and-go treatment like elsewhere."
Vasanth N.Chittoor, Vellore - Feb 2025
"My son's school in Viruthampet recommended this clinic for his cobra stretch exercise. The paediatric therapist made every session fun for him. Parents get a home program too. In 8 weeks the difference is dramatic."
Bhuvana P.Viruthampet, Vellore - Jan 2025
"Loved the transparency. Cost sheet given upfront for the entire cobra stretch exercise program, no hidden add-ons. Sessions started and ended on time. Reception team even coordinated with my Ola driver for pickup."
Kavitha K.Melvisharam, Vellore - Aug 2025
"Home-visit physiotherapy for my grandmother — bed-bound with cobra stretch exercise. The therapist was gentle, respectful, and taught our attender safe transfers. Family peace of mind is priceless. Charges are very reasonable for Vellore."
Karthik T.Vellore Fort, Vellore - Jul 2025
"Sports injury from local cricket — my cobra stretch exercise was ruining my season. The return-to-sport protocol here is elite: force-plate testing, criteria-based progression, sport-specific drills. Back on the field in 6 weeks, stronger than before."
Mohan B.Thorapadi, Vellore - Feb 2025
"Compared three clinics in Vellore before choosing this one. What convinced me was that the assessment for my cobra stretch exercise was proper — orthopedic tests, movement screen, and a written plan. No generic ultrasound-and-go treatment like elsewhere."
Vasanth N.Chittoor, Vellore - Feb 2025
"My son's school in Viruthampet recommended this clinic for his cobra stretch exercise. The paediatric therapist made every session fun for him. Parents get a home program too. In 8 weeks the difference is dramatic."
Bhuvana P.Viruthampet, Vellore - Jan 2025
"Loved the transparency. Cost sheet given upfront for the entire cobra stretch exercise program, no hidden add-ons. Sessions started and ended on time. Reception team even coordinated with my Ola driver for pickup."
Kavitha K.Melvisharam, Vellore - Aug 2025
"Home-visit physiotherapy for my grandmother — bed-bound with cobra stretch exercise. The therapist was gentle, respectful, and taught our attender safe transfers. Family peace of mind is priceless. Charges are very reasonable for Vellore."
Karthik T.Vellore Fort, Vellore
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