What is the normal cervical rotation ROM?

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What is the normal cervical rotation ROM?

Explanation:
Rotating the head shows how far the cervical spine can turn side to side. The normal total range is about 80 degrees, usually around 40 degrees to each side. This mainly comes from the atlantoaxial joint, with the rest of the cervical spine contributing to balance and motion. If someone’s rotation is noticeably less, it can indicate muscle tightness, joint stiffness, or other soft-tissue limits.

Rotating the head shows how far the cervical spine can turn side to side. The normal total range is about 80 degrees, usually around 40 degrees to each side. This mainly comes from the atlantoaxial joint, with the rest of the cervical spine contributing to balance and motion. If someone’s rotation is noticeably less, it can indicate muscle tightness, joint stiffness, or other soft-tissue limits.

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