Neck Extension Off Bench
Exercise Overview
Neck Extension Off Bench is a cervical strengthening exercise that targets the posterior neck muscles by lifting the head against gravity. It is commonly used to improve neck extensor endurance, postural support, and control in patients with cervical weakness or deconditioning.
Muscles Involved
Splenius capitisSplenius cervicisSemispinalis capitisSemispinalis cervicisUpper trapeziusLevator scapulaeSuboccipital muscles
Related Conditions
Cervical extensor weaknessForward head postureChronic neck painCervical postural dysfunctionNeck muscle deconditioningCervicogenic headache
