PROPHYSIOTHERAPY
Physio-Approved Exercise

How to do Deep Neck Flexor Activation

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

Lie on your back, knees bent.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Lie on your back, knees bent.
  2. 2
    Nod the chin gently toward the chest (small motion — do not lift the head).
  3. 3
    Hold 5-10 sec. Release.
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Do
  • Small movement only
Don't
  • Do not lift the head off the floor
Clinically used for
Neck PainWhiplash RecoveryTech Neck

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