Neck Relief without Using Drugs

Neck pain is usually caused by a poor posture; sitting working in front of a desk for long periods of time; car accidents or by sleeping in an awkward position. You can target the central pain area by trying cervical exercise. Avoid using painkillers. Below are some recommend exercises for you to perform anywhere to relief any neck pain.

Recommended Neck Exercises

It’s recommended to all of the following neck exercises in 15 to 25 repetitions. These neck exercises will help to build stronger, healthier neck muscles. By adopting some or all of the following exercises listed below in your daily routine can really benefit your overall daily living.

Always remember to inhale and exhale gently as you perform each.

1. Neck Extension
Move your head until are looking at the ceiling. Exhale while you are moving. This movement should be done slowly and gradually. Hold this position for few seconds before returning to original position. At your original position you should be looking forward. When you are moving back to the original position slowly inhale. You should repeat this exercise five times. With this exercise the joints are forced to extreme position at back of the neck.

2. Bridge Pose
The bridge pose is when you lay on the ground with your face downwards. You simply get on your elbows and toes, gently lifting your body and hold a horizontal pose to the ground. By holding this pose for 10 seconds, and completing 10 reps during a session, you will start to build a stronger back, starting from your neck to the tail bone. Start slowly. If you are not flexible enough, you may skip this exercise or do some Yoga exercises to make your body more flexible.

3. Circular Stretches
By slowly rotating your head in a clockwise circular motion; gently for 15- 25 reps depending on your level of pain tolerance will relieve tension. Try holding your chin to your chest for about 5 seconds and bringing your head back to starting position. This will relieve the discomfort of joints and stiff muscles found in your neck.

Things to Consider Performing Neck Exercises

When doing any of the neck exercises mention above make sure you perform each of them with caution. By completing every movement with the steadiest performance will assure you a pain free exercise. When you hit a specific stiff area try to hold the position for as long as you can, but do not force it.

By performing every exercise within a gentle slow speed you`ll lessen your chances of hurting yourself more. After you’re done with your neck exercises try stretching with a neck traction unit, which will help you relax and take off any lingering tension on your neck nerves. Daily practicing these exercises will speed up your neck recovery to a normal movement. Be sure to always remember to massage your neck area lightly after a well preformed workout.

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