The following stretches can keep your neck muscles flexible and strong. A regular neck exercise program can help relieve stiffness and muscle tension.

Tilt From Front to Back

* Tilt your head slowly back, far enough so you can look up.
* Hold posture for a moment.
* Return slowly to front position.
* Do 5-10 repetitions of this exercise 3 times a day.

Tilt From Side To Side

* Keep your head straight as you slowly tilt it over to the side.
* Don\’t go so far that you touch your ear with your shoulder.
* Hold posture for a moment.
* Return your head to center position.
* Move your head to your opposite shoulder.
* Do 5-10 repetitions of this exercise three times a day.

Rotate Head From Side To Side

* Slowly turn your head as far as you can.
* Hold posture for a moment.
* Return your head to the center.
* Move your head in the opposite direction.
* Do 5-10 repetitions of this exercise 3 times a day.

Side Resistance

* Hold one hand against the side of your head.
* Use your hand to resist the movement as you try to touch your shoulder with your ear.
* Hold this posture for a count of 5.
* Relax and repeat on opposite side.
* Do 5-10 reps of this exercise 3 times a day.