Beginner exercise
Sternocleidomastoid Stretch
Also called SCM Stretch
Technique
How to perform Sternocleidomastoid Stretch
- Sit tall and keep the shoulder on the stretching side relaxed and down.
- Tilt the head away from that side, then turn the face gently toward the stretching side and look slightly upward.
- Use a small movement and keep the jaw relaxed; do not pull on the head.
- Return slowly to neutral and change sides.
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