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Jaw · Mobility

Cheek Puff and Suck Exercise

Puffing and hollowing cheeks, 2 sets, 10 repetitions

Illustration of the Cheek Puff and Suck Exercise exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 2

Repetitions: 10

Description: Sit facing the camera, with your head upright and your face relaxed. Close your lips and puff out your cheeks by holding your breath to the maximum, then suck in the air by hollowing your cheeks inward without moving your head. Repeat this movement while keeping your lips closed.

Tips: Keep your head still and focus solely on the movement of your cheeks. Breathe calmly between repetitions to avoid tension.

Progression: Gradually increase the number of repetitions up to 15 per set as the exercise becomes easier.

At a glance

Goal
Mobility
Level
Beginner
Equipment
None
Starting position
Seated, face relaxed, lips closed
Clinical goal
Improve mobility of the jaw and facial muscles
Also known as
cheek exercise, facial mobility, cheek puff, cheek hollowing

Precautions

Avoid this exercise, or check with your physiotherapist first, if you have:

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