Physiotherapy exercises

Neck: physiotherapy exercises

Here is a series of physiotherapy exercises targeting this area — Neck — to do at home. Each exercise lists its goal, sets and reps. With Physia, your physiotherapist can send these exercises in a personalised program and adjust the difficulty between sessions.

A home exercise series

1. Chin tuck

Keeping the head level, draw the chin straight back (like making a double chin) without tilting down, hold, then release.

3 sets × 10 reps · Goal : Reduce pain

2. Neck rotation

Slowly turn the head toward one shoulder to a comfortable tension, return to center, then switch sides.

2 sets × 10 reps · per side · Goal : Mobility

3. Upper trapezius stretch

Gently tilt the head to the side, ear toward the shoulder, resting the hand on top for light guidance, without pulling hard.

3 sets × 30 s · per side · Goal : Mobility

This information is educational and does not replace professional medical advice. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury, or are recovering from surgery.

How to do these exercises

Warm up for a few minutes, perform each exercise slowly and without sharp pain, breathe normally and follow the sets and reps shown. If pain increases, stop and ask your physiotherapist for advice.

Are you a physiotherapist?

With Physia you can build these exercise programs in a few clicks, pick from an exercise library, send a printable PDF sheet, and track patient adherence between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

Neck: which physiotherapy exercises can I do at home?

Start with a simple, progressive routine like the series above, performed without sharp pain. A personalised program is best: with Physia Move, your physiotherapist sends you the right exercises and tracks your progress.

Are these exercises free and available as a PDF?

Yes, these examples are free to use. For tailored follow-up, Physia offers a free plan and lets your physiotherapist send the program in the app or as a printable PDF exercise sheet.

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