Neck Stretch

Most of us experience neck stiffness or pain at one time or another. The good news is that there are ways to get relief. Stretching neck at regular intervals can help.

You will feel some tension in your neck muscles when you stretch, but you shouldn’t have pain. If you do, stop right away.

1. Stand with the feet hip-width apart.

2. Let the arms hang down by the sides. Look forward.

3. Tip the head to the right, trying to touch the right ear to the right shoulder.

4. Feel the stretch in the left side of the neck and shoulder.

5. Tip the head to the left, trying to touch the left ear to the left shoulder.

6. Feel the stretch in the right side of the neck and shoulder. Each time, hold the position for 10 seconds.

7. Repeat this three times on each side.