Lower Cervical Extension with Upper Stabilization - Prone

Professional Rationale
A neuromuscular re-education exercise for the cervical stabilizers. Can also be helpful when the CT junction is hypomobile as it helps to engage the lower cervical segments.

Client Rationale
The deep stabilizers of the neck often become weak and inhibited with postural muscle imbalances and injury. This exercise teaches your body how to move the lower part of the neck while stabilizing the upper part. It helps to teach the muscles to move the segments of the neck separately while still stabilizing the head and neck.



Instructions

• Lie on your stomach with your head supported by a towel roll.
• Have you middle finger on the base of your skull and your index finger on your C2.
• Left your head backwards, moving only at the base of your neck.
• Do not allow your fingers to move.
• Don't allow the low back to move or allow cramping in the upper back muscles.
• Do not experience any pain or strain.

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