McKenzie Press-Up — Technique, Reps & Cautions
Prone extension drill to centralise disc-related back and leg pain.
Prone extension drill to centralise disc-related back and leg pain. Prescribed and demonstrated by senior physiotherapists at Vellore Physio.
Muscles targeted
- Lumbar spine mobility
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
McKenzie Press-Up
- 1
Set-up
Lie face-down, hands under shoulders.
- 2
Press
Press the chest up, keeping hips on the floor, to a comfortable arch.
- 3
Return
Lower and repeat 10 times if it centralises pain.
Common mistakes
- Rushing the reps
- Holding your breath
- Compensating with a stronger muscle group
Used in these programs
Common questions about the mckenzie press-up
Want this prescribed for your problem?
A senior physio will confirm this is safe for you, load it correctly, and progress it over 4–6 weeks.
The information on this page is for general education and awareness. It is not a substitute for a personal consultation with a licensed physiotherapist or physician. Always seek professional advice for diagnosis and treatment specific to your condition.
What Vellore patients say about mckenzie press-up exercise care
- Apr 2025
"Compared three clinics in Vellore before choosing this one. What convinced me was that the assessment for my mckenzie press-up exercise was proper — orthopedic tests, movement screen, and a written plan. No generic ultrasound-and-go treatment like elsewhere."
Hari B.Bagayam, Vellore - Feb 2026
"Online consultation option saved me a lot of travel time. Video assessment for my mckenzie press-up exercise, followed by a personalised video-guided home program. Weekly WhatsApp check-ins. Feels like premium care at an affordable Vellore price."
Anitha N.Vellore Fort, Vellore - Nov 2025
"Great experience from Sathuvachari. Clean clinic, air-conditioned rooms, latest equipment for mckenzie press-up exercise rehabilitation. The therapist speaks Tamil, English and Hindi so my in-laws had no issue explaining their symptoms."
Balaji V.Sathuvachari, Vellore - May 2026
"a small business owner here from Katpadi. Had chronic mckenzie press-up 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."
Prakash M.Katpadi, Vellore - Mar 2026
"Post-surgery rehab for mckenzie press-up 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."
Nithya P.Arcot, Vellore - Apr 2025
"Compared three clinics in Vellore before choosing this one. What convinced me was that the assessment for my mckenzie press-up exercise was proper — orthopedic tests, movement screen, and a written plan. No generic ultrasound-and-go treatment like elsewhere."
Hari B.Bagayam, Vellore - Feb 2026
"Online consultation option saved me a lot of travel time. Video assessment for my mckenzie press-up exercise, followed by a personalised video-guided home program. Weekly WhatsApp check-ins. Feels like premium care at an affordable Vellore price."
Anitha N.Vellore Fort, Vellore - Nov 2025
"Great experience from Sathuvachari. Clean clinic, air-conditioned rooms, latest equipment for mckenzie press-up exercise rehabilitation. The therapist speaks Tamil, English and Hindi so my in-laws had no issue explaining their symptoms."
Balaji V.Sathuvachari, Vellore - May 2026
"a small business owner here from Katpadi. Had chronic mckenzie press-up 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."
Prakash M.Katpadi, Vellore - Mar 2026
"Post-surgery rehab for mckenzie press-up 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."
Nithya P.Arcot, Vellore
- Jun 2026
"Was skeptical about physiotherapy for mckenzie press-up exercise — thought only rest or surgery would help. After a 45-minute assessment I understood exactly what was wrong and what to do. Symptoms reduced by 70% in one month. Wish I had come earlier."
Arun T.Gudiyatham, Vellore - Mar 2025
"Home-visit physiotherapy for my grandmother — bed-bound with mckenzie press-up exercise. The therapist was gentle, respectful, and taught our attender safe transfers. Family peace of mind is priceless. Charges are very reasonable for Vellore."
Sundar R.Viruthampet, Vellore - May 2026
"Insurance-friendly billing and detailed reports for my employer. My mckenzie press-up exercise recovery plan included manual therapy, dry needling, and progressive loading — exactly what current research recommends. Five stars."
Karthik S.Chittoor, Vellore - Nov 2025
"Referred by a colleague in Gandhi Nagar. The dry-needling and manual therapy for my mckenzie press-up exercise gave same-day relief, and the strengthening plan made it last. First clinic where a physio actually watched me move before treating."
Shalini K.Gandhi Nagar, Vellore - Aug 2025
"Loved the transparency. Cost sheet given upfront for the entire mckenzie press-up exercise program, no hidden add-ons. Sessions started and ended on time. Reception team even coordinated with my Ola driver for pickup."
Ramesh G.Sholinghur, Vellore - Jun 2026
"Was skeptical about physiotherapy for mckenzie press-up exercise — thought only rest or surgery would help. After a 45-minute assessment I understood exactly what was wrong and what to do. Symptoms reduced by 70% in one month. Wish I had come earlier."
Arun T.Gudiyatham, Vellore - Mar 2025
"Home-visit physiotherapy for my grandmother — bed-bound with mckenzie press-up exercise. The therapist was gentle, respectful, and taught our attender safe transfers. Family peace of mind is priceless. Charges are very reasonable for Vellore."
Sundar R.Viruthampet, Vellore - May 2026
"Insurance-friendly billing and detailed reports for my employer. My mckenzie press-up exercise recovery plan included manual therapy, dry needling, and progressive loading — exactly what current research recommends. Five stars."
Karthik S.Chittoor, Vellore - Nov 2025
"Referred by a colleague in Gandhi Nagar. The dry-needling and manual therapy for my mckenzie press-up exercise gave same-day relief, and the strengthening plan made it last. First clinic where a physio actually watched me move before treating."
Shalini K.Gandhi Nagar, Vellore - Aug 2025
"Loved the transparency. Cost sheet given upfront for the entire mckenzie press-up exercise program, no hidden add-ons. Sessions started and ended on time. Reception team even coordinated with my Ola driver for pickup."
Ramesh G.Sholinghur, Vellore
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