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    Head Tilt / Upper Trapezius Stretch (Flexibility)

    1. Sit up straight in a chair with your head and neck in a neutral position, ears in line with shoulders. Hold the edge of your chair seat with your right hand. Tuck your chin in slightly.

    2. Tilt your head to the left, while looking straight ahead.

    3. Put your left hand on the right side of your head. Gently pull your head to the left. Hold for 30 to 60 seconds. Use gentle pressure to increase the stretch. Don’t force your head into position.

    4. Return your head and neck to the neutral position.

    5. Repeat this exercise 2 to 3 times, or as instructed.

    6. Switch sides and repeat 2 to 3 times, or as instructed.

    Woman sitting in chair doing tension release neck exercise.

    Online Medical Reviewer: Elizabeth Oswald PT DPT
    Online Medical Reviewer: L Renee Watson MSN RN
    Online Medical Reviewer: Trina Bellendir PT
    Date Last Reviewed: 12/1/2023
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    Southern New Mexico
    Surgery Center
    2301 Indian Wells Rd. Suite B
    Alamogordo, NM 88310
    www.snmsc.org

    Phone: 575.437.0890
    Fax: 575.437.0905
    Email: info@snmsc.org

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