Side Lying Neck Rotation
Exercise Overview
The side lying neck rotation exercise is used to strengthen the rotators of the neck. Start by lying on your side on a padded surface like an exercise mat or yoga mat. Hold your neck in neutral alignment to start. Begin to rotate your neck until you are looking at the ceiling. Do so without allowing the head to drop towards the floor or raise towards the ceiling. Rotate back to a neutral position to complete a repetition.
Muscles Involved
SCM (sternocleido mastoid)scaleneslevator scapulaeupper trapezius
Related Conditions
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