Anterior Cervical Strengthening with Rotation

Professional Rationale
This is a higher level stabilization exercise for those with chronic degenerative changes or a chronic instability.

Client Rationale
This is a cervical stabilization exercise that helps to strengthen the front muscles of the neck while the head is moving - ie. it strengthens the dynamic stabilizers.



Instructions

• Lie on your back with your head unsupported over the end of the bed.
• Turn your head halfway to one side, then slowly lower your head back towards the floor.
• Return to start position and repeat to the other side.
• Do not clench the teeth or tighten the jaw.
• Do not experience any dizziness or lightheadedness.
• Do not hold the dropped head position at all.
• Do not allow the chin to poke forward at all or the shoulders and upper back to move.

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