Neck pain and stiffness are far too common, with nearly everyone experiencing some neck strain at times.
Pain related to a tight neck may reduce your ability to work or even enjoy your leisure time.
Certainly, there are a few precautions to consider before doing any form of neck exercises.
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Neck rolls are easiest to learn if you could visualize the activity step by step.
Let’s look at how to do a proper neck roll from beginning to end.
Again, only do these exercises if you have first talked with your healthcare provider.
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Paying attention to how your neck feels during this movement will help you do it safely.
The rule of thumb is: Stay in a pain-free range of movement.
Again, monitor for pain or discomfort and adjust so that you remain in a safe zone of motion.
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This movementstretchesthe muscles at the back of your neck and contracts (strengthens) those in front.
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