Cervical Stiffness

Definition:
Nonspecific term for limited cervical mobility, often due to muscle cramps and spasm accompanied by pain.
Purchase 2 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain in the neck
  • Stiffness in the neck
  • Muscle spasm
Causes
  • Muscle spasm
  • Neck sprain/strain
  • Arthritis
  • Neck injury
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching to neck
  • Posture program
  • Neck stabilization exercises
  • Upper extremity strengthening
  • Soft tissue massage
Cervical Stiffness Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Prone Cervical Rotation R L
  • Cervical Levator Scap Stretch
  • Foam Wedge In Flexion
  • Sitting Posture
  • Standing Posture
  • Prone Thoracic Extension
  • Neck Support For Pillow

Cervical Stiffness Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Thoracic Stretch 1
  • Wall Slides
  • Chin Tucks
  • Neck Circuit