How to correct forward head tilt

Successful people walk with great grace, but some people have a forward head tilt, which is what we usually call a forward neck or a turtle neck. Most people have misunderstandings about this situation and think that it can be corrected by controlling consciousness. In fact, the cause of this situation is muscle imbalance, which can even induce hunchback in severe cases. So how to correct the forward head tilt?

First, how to correct forward head tilt? Standing against a wall is not only a good detection movement to determine whether forward head tilt exists, but it is also a good practice movement. Stand against a wall for 10 minutes every day and you'll have a taller, more upright figure. At the same time, in daily life, you can often stand against the wall to help your body regain the correct posture memory.

Second, relax the suboccipital muscles. Many people's suboccipital muscles are very tense, which can cause headaches, dizziness, and stiff neck and shoulders. The best way to relax your suboccipital muscles is to use a tennis ball or a small foam roller and roll it under your neck while you lie flat on your back. Stretching the splenius capitis and splenius cervicis 1. Cross your hands and place them behind your head. 2. Lower your head and bring your chin close to your chest, but don't put pressure on your hands. 3. Hold for 30 seconds and slowly return to the starting position. Repeat 3 more times.

Third, stretch the scalene muscles 1. Sit or stand and place your right hand on the left side of your head. 2. Use your hands to gently stretch your head and neck. 3. If you feel your shoulders sliding forward, place your left hand behind your back with your palm facing outward. 4. Hold for 30 seconds and switch sides. Repeat 3 sets. Relax the sternocleidomastoid muscle The sternocleidomastoid muscle extends from behind the ear to the middle of the throat, forming a small V-shaped depression. Find this muscle and massage it gently. You can turn your head appropriately to make it easier to find and massage this muscle.

How to correct forward head tilt? Stretch chest muscles 1. Find a door frame or wall corner, hold the door frame with your right hand, and bend your arm to a 90° angle. 2. Take a small step forward with your right foot and lean forward. 3. Lean forward and feel the chest muscles stretch. 4. Hold for 30 seconds and switch sides. Repeat 3 sets. Lying Nod 1. Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. 2. Nod your head slowly without moving your neck, and imagine your nose drawing a small arc. 3. Repeat 10 times, 3 sets per day. Once you are comfortable with it, you can try practicing it while sitting or standing.