Treatment 12 — Integrating Mobility, Core Stability & Daily Readiness

Session Goal: Integrate all education components into a sustainable self-management plan that supports long-term spinal health and military readiness.

Review Active Mobility Principles
- Active mobility = controlled, rhythmic movement (not static stretching).
- Promotes circulation, reduces stiffness, restores confidence.
- Key areas: lumbar spine + hips as linked systems.
Benefits
- Less stiffness
- Better posture
- Improved functional movement
- Reduced recurrence risk
  - Suggested Therapist Script
    “Motion is medicine. Small, smooth movements help stabilize your spine.”
Review Hip–Lumbar Interaction
- Hips = mobility; lumbar spine = stability.
- Tight hips → lumbar compensation → pain.
- Improving hip mobility supports pelvic alignment and glute activation.
Review Core Stability Essentials
- Core muscles
  - Transversus abdominis
  - Multifidus / erector spinae
  - Obliques
  - Pelvic floor + diaphragm
  Results
  - Reduced pain
  - Better load management
  - Efficient movement
  - Injury prevention
  - Enhanced readiness
    - Suggested Therapist Script
      “Control comes before strength — stability protects your back during duty tasks.”
Bring It All Together — Recovery Integration
The five pillars work together:
- Understanding pain reduces fear & improves compliance.
- Posture & mechanics reduce mechanical strain.
- Self-massage & breathing reduce tension and stress.
- Hydration supports tissue health and circulation.
- Mobility & core stability restore function and prevent recurrence.
Consistency
- Reinforce consistency: small daily habits → long-term resilience.
- Encourage continued practice for readiness, not just pain relief.
  - Suggested Closing Script
    “Everything you’ve learned builds a long-term toolkit. These skills keep you mission-ready and support your spine far beyond this study.”