January 21, 2021

A study published last year found that this one exercise helps improve the curve in one's neck.

The modified cervical and shoulder retraction exercise is done in 2 steps:

1.  1.  Raise your head up and push the chin backward simultaneously within the pain-free range, then look up slightly (A). This should take about 3 seconds.

2.    2. Keep your head upright and pull back the shoulders and head within the pain-free range (B). This is held for 10 seconds.

                             
The exercise was done in the study at least 10 times per day, for 1 -12 months. 

For many people, this is a great exercise to couple with chiropractic adjustments to help correct your neck's normal movement and posture. 

Lee MY, Jeon H, Choi JS, Park Y, Ryu JS. Efficacy of Modified Cervical and Shoulder Retraction Exercise in Patients With Loss of Cervical Lordosis and Neck Pain. Ann Rehabil Med. 2020;44(3):210-217. doi:10.5535/arm.19117