Sweet Release Neck Stretches

Perform the "Sweet Release " neck stretches in an extended head and neck position. These exercises may also be performed seated in a chair.

	Position 1 Instructions: Sit in a comfortable position. Turn your head gently to the right until you feel a stretch. Now turn your head to the left.
	Position 2 Instructions: Laterally flex your head to the right until a stretch is felt. Repeat the complete cycle with the addition of very gentle assistance from your hands.
	Position 3 Instructions: Let your head fall forward and gently press your fingers into the area where your head and neck join. Work down your traps and back up toward your head. (Take some time here) The upper neck is the area of the spine with the highest concentration of mechanoreceptors.
	Position 4 Instructions: Let your neck fall gently backward. Do not apply excessive force in extension, especially if you have degeneration disease in your cervical spine. Breathe slowly and deeply from your diaphragm.

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