Deep neck flexor group (DNF)

Authors
Affiliations

Nate Yomogida, B.S., SPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.S. in Kinesiology

Chloë Kerstein, B.S., SPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.A. in Neuroscience

Prevertebral muscles anterior view1

Prevertebral muscles anterior view1
Deep Neck Flexor Group
Muscle Origin Insertion Nerve Action
Longus Capitis

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Longus colli cervicis

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Rectus Capitis Anterior

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Rectus Capitis Lateralis

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Motor control of DNF

  • Supine with head supported is a good way to begin loading DNF group
  • Good cue: should be blocking ability to swallow
  • Cue: Pushing tongue against roof of mouth can help to activate the DNF

Intervention

  • 10x10 second hold
  • DNS exercises
    • 4.5 mo

References

1.
Gilroy AM, MacPherson BR, Wikenheiser JC, Voll MM, Wesker K, Schünke M, eds. Atlas of Anatomy. 4th ed. Thieme; 2020.

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