Remote Physios logo
Back to the library
neck extension - beginner Neck exercise
  • Neck
  • beginner

neck extension

press swiss ball against wall with head, extend neck to look upward, return to neutral, repeat for cervical strength.

Starting position
standing
Joints
cervical spine
Muscles
cervical extensors, upper trapezius, semispinalis capitis
Equipment
wall, swiss ball
Goal
postural correction, stability
Type
isotonic concentric, resisted

How it is done

Stand with arms by side and look forward, slowly look up towards the ceiling. Back to starting position and repeat.

Nothing here is a prescription. Your physiotherapist decides which of these are yours, and when.

The plan starts with an assessment.