Neck Rotation Stretch
Neck rotation stretch with teaching points, variations and muscles stretched.
Stretching the neck from side to side like this can help ease neck aches, especially if you apply gentle overpressure with your hand.
Teaching Points
- Start facing straight forwards and with your arms in front of you
- Keep the elbows straight and clasp your hands together to stop your shoulders from elevating
- Turn your neck so that your chin moves towards your shoulder
- Hold for between 10 and 30 seconds
Variations
- When twisting the head, lift the chin slightly upwards to place more emphasis on Sternocleidomastoid
Muscles Stretched
- Upper fibres of Trapezius
- Sternocleidomastoid
- Splenius
Related Injuries
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Tight muscles in the upper back and neck
