Chin Retraction Exercise for Neck Pain & Headaches
- Dr. Logan Bates
- Apr 1
- 1 min read
Headaches? Migraines? Numbness or Tingling Down Your Arm? Neck Pain? Constant Screen Time? This Exercise Could Be Your Game-Changer!
At Tennessee Back Pain Center, we swear by chin retractions! Seriously, they're one of our top recommendations for a whole host of issues: headaches, migraines, disc bulges, neck pain, whiplash, "text neck," forward head posture, upper back pain, pinched nerves – you name it!
Why are they so effective? It's simple: chin retractions open up those tight neck joints, melt away tension, correct that pesky forward posture, and build serious neck muscle strength.
The Key? Consistency!
We recommend sets of 10, every 1-2 hours. Dr. Teresa suggests using bathroom breaks as a reminder! Stuck at a red light? Perfect time for a few reps against your headrest.
Chin Retraction Pro-Tips:
▪ Keep your gaze straight ahead throughout.
▪ Avoid jutting your neck forward between retractions.
▪ Focus on pulling your chin straight back towards your spine.
If you're struggling with neck pain, whiplash, a pinched nerve, or any muscle or joint discomfort, don't wait! Schedule an appointment with us at www.tennesseebackpaincenter.com. Let's get you feeling better!

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