Isometric Cervical Rotation

NeckCervical Stability
Written By David Song

ISOMETRIC CERVICAL ROTATION

This exercise can be done while seated or standing. Place your hand on the side of your forehead and rotate your head into it. Go for maximum tolerable contraction without changing your position.

Muscles Involved:

  • Upper Trapezius

  • Levator Scapulae

  • Sternocleidomastoid

  • Scalenes

Related Conditions:

  • Acute Neck Pain

  • Text Neck

  • Upper Cross Syndrome

  • Cervicogenic Headache

  • Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD)

  • Neck Associated Disorder (NAD)

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