PROPHYSIOTHERAPY
Physio-Approved Exercise

How to do Chin Retraction with Overpressure

Neck
Beginner
Bodyweight
3 sets of 10, hold 5 sec
Reviewed by Dr. Jahirul (J) Mazumdar, BPT · 11 July 2026

Sit tall. Perform a chin tuck.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Sit tall. Perform a chin tuck.
  2. 2
    With fingers, gently press the chin back a bit further (mild overpressure).
  3. 3
    Hold 5 sec. Release.
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Do
  • Very gentle overpressure
Don't
  • Do not jerk
Clinically used for
Cervical SpondylosisTech Neck

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