MedX Neck Therapy
MedX Cervical Extension Machine : Precision in Neck Health
MedX Neck Therapy – The MedX Cervical Extension Machine is an effective, proven solution for patients who suffer from neck pain and/or headcahes. Because the cervical muscles must continually support the weight of the head, headache and neck pain are most common clinical complaints. These ailments often originate as a result of muscular weakness or traumatic injury.
The MedX Medical Cervical Extension machine is designed to isolate and strengthen the muscle groups that support the cervical spine by utilizing a unique restraint system that stabilizes the neck and torso. The Cervical Extension machine supports Isometric Testing by utilizing an integrated load cell that is able to accurately measure isometric torque.
In addition, the Cervical Extension machine supports Dynamic Exercise activities through the use of a specialized cam and weight stack that can accommodate up to 291 levels of resistance that can be adjusted in increments of three (3) inch-pounds from 30 to 900 inch-pounds. The Cervical Extension machine also includes a potentiometer that accurately measures the full Range of Motion (ROM) of the cervical spine from 0 degrees at maximum extension to 126 degrees at maximum flexion.
Procedure Involved in the MedX Neck Pain Therapy with Cervical Extension Machine
Cervical Extension Restraint System
The restraint system of the MedX Medical Cervical Extension machine is comprised of three (3) components, including:
- Chest Restraint
- Torso Restraint
- Thigh Restraint/Lap Belt
The thigh restraint is a thick and heavy lap belt that is secured about the user’s thighs and is secured using the thigh restraint adjustment until the thigh muscles are completely restrained. This restraint prevents upward movement of the thighs and pelvis while the user is secured in the machine.
- Isometric Testing: Isometric Testing is performed using the MedX Medical Cervical Extension machine at up to eight (8) positions through a 126-degree range of motion (ROM) in 18-degree increments, including 0, 18, 36, 54, 72, 90, 108, and 126 degrees. At each test point, the user is asked to exert force against the headrest of the machine, which is connected to the movement arm and load cell, for approximately 3 to 5 seconds. During this exertion, the MedX Rehab software visually displays the force exerted by the user on the display screen. At the conclusion of the exertion period, the force reading is automatically saved and the user is moved to the next test point. This process is repeated until the user has been evaluated at all test points within their range of motion (ROM). The resultant data is then utilized by clinicians to evaluate the strength of the muscle groups that support the user’s cervical spine.
- Dynamic Exercise : In order to increase the strength of the lumbar extensor muscles, Dynamic Exercise sessions are used to engage the user in exercise repetitions until the isolated muscle groups are exercised to exhaustion. In accordance with default MedX standards and protocols, users will exercise with a resistance weight that represents approximately 50% of their peak torque reading obtained from their most recent Isometric Test.
- The user will then perform between eight (8) and twelve (12) exercise reps starting from their maximum flexion position, extending through their maximum extension position, and returning back to their maximum flexion position in order to complete a single repetition. If the user is unable to complete at least 8 repetitions, then the exercise resistance is reduced. Conversely, if the user is able to complete more than 12 repetitions, then the exercise resistance is increased.
- Exercise Frequency : Due to its unique ability to isolate and strengthen the muscle groups that support the Cervical Spine, the MedX Medical Cervical Extension machine requires no more than three (3) Dynamic Exercise sessions per week with a session duration of no more than 10 to 15 minutes including machine setup, configuring the machine for use, and restraining the user within the machine.
Wrapping Up!
The Medx Cervical Extension Machine is highly reliable and specific for the quantification of isometric cervical extension strength testing and dynamic variable resistance training.
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FAQs on MedX Neck Therapy
Q1. What muscles do cervical extension?
A: Posterior neck muscles include Splenius capitis and splenius cervicis: Strap-like muscles in the back of your neck that help you extend and rotate your head. Suboccipital muscles: Four muscles just below the occipital bone at the base of your skull. They help extend your head in different directions.
Q2. Why Perform Neck Extension Exercise?
A: The benefits of neck training are vast – ranging from improved athletic performance to injury prevention. Neck extension, in particular, plays a profound role in your day-to-day life. It can enhance your lifestyle and support your goals in the following ways:
- Athletic Performance Enhancements
- Aesthetic Improvements
- Health and Wellness Advantages
Q3. How to improve cervical extension?
A: The key to this exercise is to start by tucking the chin. Then focus on pressing the sternum into the floor as the head lifts back. As long as the head and neck are in the right posture the cervical extensors will be activated to hold the posture against gravity.