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Cervical Isometric Strengthening Exercises

The document provides instructions for cervical isometric strengthening exercises to be done daily, including flexion, extension, side bending, and rotation. For each exercise, the instructions specify holding each position for a given number of seconds and repeating the exercise a certain number of times. Safety guidelines recommend consulting a medical professional if there are any questions about the appropriateness of the exercises.

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Cervical Isometric Strengthening Exercises

The document provides instructions for cervical isometric strengthening exercises to be done daily, including flexion, extension, side bending, and rotation. For each exercise, the instructions specify holding each position for a given number of seconds and repeating the exercise a certain number of times. Safety guidelines recommend consulting a medical professional if there are any questions about the appropriateness of the exercises.

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1501 North Bickett Blvd.

Suite E ~ Louisburg, NC 27549 ~ Phone (919) 497-0445 ~ Fax (919) 497-0118

CERVICAL ISOMETRIC STRENGTHENING EXERCISES

Do each exercise _____ times a day.


Repeat each exercise ______ times.
Hold each position for ______ seconds.
These exercises can be done while sitting, standing, or lying on your back:

 CERVICAL FLEXION
o Bend your neck slightly forward and put your hand on your
forehead.
o Try to bend your head forward while pushing back with your hand.

CERVICAL EXTENSION
o Keep your up and your neck straight and place your hands at the back
of your head.
o Try to push your head backwards while pushing forward with your
hands.

 CERVICAL SIDE BENDING


o Keep your head straight and your chin level. Put your right hand
on the right side of your head.
o Try to bring your head down to your right shoulder while pushing
up with your right hand.
o REPEAT the Side Bending, but to the left side with your left hand.

 CERVICAL ROTATION
o Put your left hand at chin level and turn your head slightly to the right.
o Put your right hand on the right side of your face.
o Turn your head to the right while pushing it back with your right hand.
o REPEAT the Rotation Exercise, but on the left side of your face and
with left hand.

*If you have any questions about these guidelines – or the appropriateness of any other activities –
please call Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina at (919) 497-0445.

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