Thoracic outlet syndrome neck stretch

Physiotherapy

To view video demonstrations of the below exercises please click thoracic outlet syndrome neck stretch exercises.

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Sitting with good posture (Fig A), slowly turn your head a quarter turn away from the affected side, then slowly and gently tilt your head until you feel a gentle stretch and the front and side of your neck (Figs B and C).

neck turn and slight tilt closeup — Fig B.

Hold and repeat as directed by your physiotherapist.

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