Päänliikkeet
Päänliikkeet refers to the various movements the human head can perform. These movements are facilitated by the complex musculature of the neck and the articulation of the cervical spine, primarily at the atlanto-occipital joint (between the skull and the first vertebra) and the atlanto-axial joint (between the first and second vertebrae).
The primary types of head movements include flexion, which is tilting the head forward towards the chest;
These movements are crucial for a wide range of activities, from maintaining balance and orienting oneself
Dysfunctions or limitations in päänliikkeet can arise from various causes, including muscle strain, injury to the