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    Neck Exercises: Neck Isometrics

    To start, sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Your weight should be slightly forward so that you’re balanced evenly on your buttocks. Relax your shoulders and keep your head level. Using a chair with arms may help you keep your balance.

    1. Press your palm against your forehead. Resist with your neck muscles. Hold for  10 seconds. Relax. Repeat 5 times.

    2. Do the exercise again, pressing on the side of your head. Repeat  5 times. Switch sides.

    3. Do the exercise again, pressing on the back of your head. Repeat  5 times.

    Woman holding hand to forehead doing neck isometric exercise.Woman holding hand to side of head doing neck isometric exercise.Woman holding hand to back of head doing neck isometric exercise.

    Note

    For your safety, check with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program.

    Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Turley Jr PA-C
    Online Medical Reviewer: Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
    Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD
    Date Last Reviewed: 9/1/2022
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