Exercise 1 of 12

Head Retraction

Category

Exercise

Body part

Neck

Rehab level

Beginner

Equipment

No equipment

Muscles

• splenius
• semispinalis capitis
• semispinalis cervicis
• longissimus capitis
• longissimus cervicis
• longus capitis
• longus colli

Purpose

Increase neck strength and muscular endurance.

Benefit

Improved stability, functional strength and injury prevention.

Starting position

Begin seated, or standing, looking forward with shoulders back with good neutral posture.

Movement

Activate core muscles. Attempt to draw head directly backwards. Maintain level head position. Do not tilt head up or down. Hold for two seconds. Return to start position and repeat for prescribed repetitions and sets.

If you experience an exacerbation or have a change in medical condition, promptly seek appropriate medical advice.

Prescription