Department of Physical Therapy Faculty Articles

Improving Muscle Performance of the Deep Neck Flexors

Publication Title

Strength and Conditioning Journal

Publication Date

6-2007

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.

Volume

29

Issue

3

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

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