3 Unconventional Ways To Fix Your Stiff Neck (Without Stretching)

Dr. JJ Thomas (Doctor of Physical Therapy) shows us how to do it:

Your neck is usually not the actual problem

A stiff neck is often caused by underuse and lack of stability in the rest of the body, not overuse of the neck itself. Regaining rotational mobility therefore involves building stability below the neck. Here’s how:

1. Anti-rotation band press: in a tall kneeling position, hold a resistance band at your belly button with both hands and press it straight outwards while preventing your torso from twisting; hold for 5 breaths, and repeat on both sides.
2. Rotational band pull: in a half-kneeling position, rotate your torso (not your neck) towards your front leg using a lighter resistance band, allowing your head to follow passively while keeping your neck neutral.
3. Anti-rotation plank with side step: in an elbow plank, keep your head neutral as you step one leg to the side, then bring your other leg over and return to the plank position, maintaining torso and neck stability throughout.

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