How to improve neck rotation | The MSK Physio
Many struggle with regaining full neck and head rotation after various injuries or related pain. This exercise is a nice way to start retraining that skill. You also learn about the precursor thoracic flexibility required to promote full neck movement.
Essentially, once must be able to extend their upper thoracic spine to allow for full rotation. Something like this is highlighted in a study by Kraus et al., (2008) who found that manipulation to the upper thoracic spine resulted in increased cervical, or neck, flexibility and reduced pain with neck movement.
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References:
1. Krauss, J., Creighton, D., Ely, J. D., & Podlewska-Ely, J. (2008). The Immediate Effects of Upper Thoracic Translatoric Spinal Manipulation on Cervical Pain and Range of Motion: A Randomized Clinical Trial. The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, 16(2), 93-99.
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