Swiss Ball Isometric Neck Extension

SWISS BALL ISOMETRIC NECK EXTENSION

The swiss ball isometric neck extension exercise is used to strengthen the cervical extensors and deep neck flexor muscles. Start by placing the back of your head against a swiss ball that is placed at roughly head height against a wall. Lean backwards by stepping forwards with your feet while maintaining a neutral spine in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar regions. Hold for up to 30 seconds to complete a repetition.

Muscles Involved:

• Deep Neck Flexors (Longus Colli)

• Upper Trapezius

• Levator Scapulae

• Splenius capitus

• splenius cervicis

Related Conditions:

• Cervicogenic Headache, Tension Headache

• Upper Trapezius Strain

• Rib Joint Irritation

• Forward Head Posture

• Upper Cross Syndrome

• thoracic outlet syndrome

• brachial plexopathy