Improving muscle performance of the deep neck flexors

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Abstract

Cervical disorders affect up to 70% of the population and have a recurrence rate of up to 38%. Researchers have reported an association between impaired muscle performance of the deep neck flexors and cervical disorders. The authors present a three stage program designed to improve strength, endurance, and activation of the deep neck flexors that is applicable to the broad athletic population.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)78-83
Number of pages6
JournalStrength and Conditioning Journal
Volume29
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 2007

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
  • Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

Keywords

  • Cervical musculature
  • Neck exercise
  • Neck pain
  • Stabilization
  • Strengthening

Disciplines

  • Orthopedics
  • Sports Medicine
  • Other Rehabilitation and Therapy

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