The quadratus lumborum is located approximately above the hip off to the side of the spine, right below the rib cage, and should not be massaged directly over the spine as this can cause irritation.

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Doctor Rowe

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go right above the hip off to the side of the spine, don't put this over the spine right here, it can cause irritation, and then right below the rib cage

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How to Fix Quadratus Lumborum Pain FOR GOODSpineCare Decompression and Chiropractic Center
Created: 8/13/2026, 9:50:04 AM

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