Fist-Assisted Flexion With Overpressure

Description

Place your fist with the thumb pointing upwards just under your chin and add a towel between the fist and your chest. This position will block the flexion movement of your neck. Then, bend the neck by lowering your head until your fist presses the towel against your chest. If you do not feel any symptoms at this stage, use your other hand to hold the back of your head and gently pull to apply a slight traction. If all is well, maintain this cervical flexion position with the additional overpressure for as long as your physical therapist has instructed you.

Settings

Equipment

Towel

Positions

Seated

Difficulty

Easy

Movement

FlexionTraction