Stretch: Neck & Shoulders

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Stretch Programs: Neck & Shoulders

Disclaimer: All material provided on this site is educational in nature and not to be considered a diagnosis or medical opinion. All patients experience symptoms differently and should be examined by their physician regularly to rule out any serious medical conditions. Consult your physician regarding the recommendations found on this site in regard to your specific medical condition and symptoms.

· Rotate head to left side as far as possible

· Repeat on the right side

Note: Do not tilt head

· Rotate head to left side

· Tilt head backwards

· Repeat on the right side

· Rotate head to left side

· Lower chin dropping your nose towards your shoulder

· Repeat on the right side

Text Box: Benefit of this stretch: These stretches should be felt in the sides, front and back of the neck and down into the shoulders.

· Secure right hand by holding onto seat of chair

· Place left fingertips on right temple

· Tilt head to left side dropping ear towards shoulder

· Repeat on the right side

Note: Do not tilt head

· Tilt chin upwards towards ceiling

· Drop left ear towards shoulder

· Repeat on the right side

· Tilt chin downwards towards floor

· Drop left ear towards shoulder

· Repeat on the right side

Text Box: Benefit of this stretch: This stretch should be felt in the sides, front and back of the neck and shoulders. Note: Stretches should be performed in a well supported, seated position

· Grasp right wrist with left hand

· Pull arm down and across the back

· Tilt head to left dropping ear towards shoulder

· Repeat on the right side

Variation: Rotate head in a variety of angles as you continue to laterally tilt your head

Text Box: Benefit of this stretch: This stretch should be felt in the sides, front and back of the neck and shoulders.

· Raise eyebrows

· Open jaw as wide as possible

· Move jaw to both left and right sides

Text Box: Benefit of this stretch: This stretch should be felt throughout jaw musculature.

· Lock fingers behind head

· Tuck chin to chest and begin to roll forward slowly rounding out neck and upper back

· Bring elbows together to enhance stretch

Text Box: Benefit of this stretch: This stretch should be felt throughout neck, upper back and between shoulder blades.

· Close eyes in a relaxed position

· Raise eyebrows as high as possible

· Close eyes as tight as possible

Text Box: Benefit of this stretch: This stretch should be felt throughout forehead and eyes.