Self SNAGs: Mulligan Home Techniques in Mineola, NY
MULLIGAN CONCEPT
Self SNAGs
Self-SNAGs are home versions of Mulligan spinal glides. Using a towel, a belt or your own hand, you apply a gentle glide to your neck or back while you move. They help you keep the improvement between visits and manage flare-ups on your own, which is especially useful for commuters and desk workers.
Certified Mulligan Practitioner Over 10 Years of Experience
Our clinics director is a Certified Mulligan Practitioner (CMP) with over a decade
of experience using this evidence-based approach. Each treatment is customized to
your specific diagnosis and movement limitations to achieve optimal outcomes.
How it works
- Dr. Kurian first finds the glide that works for you in the clinic.
- He teaches you the home version with a towel, belt or hand placement.
- You practice in the clinic until it feels right.
- You do a few repetitions once or twice a day, or when stiffness builds.
- We check your technique at follow-up visits.
What it feels like
A gentle pull or pressure from the towel or belt while you move. It should make the movement easier, never more painful.
Conditions we use it for
- Neck Pain and Stiffness
- Acute Wry Neck
- Headaches That Start in the Neck
- Neck Related Dizziness and Nausea
- Upper Neck (C1/C2) Rotation Loss
- Upper Back Pain and Stiffness
- Mid Back Pain
- Low Back Pain and Disc Problems
What the research says
The C1/C2 self-SNAG, tested in a double-blind trial (Hall 2007), reduced headaches from the neck for 12 months. Self-SNAGs were also part of the neck related dizziness trials, and a trial found they helped desk workers with neck pain.
Safety
- Only use self-SNAGs you have been taught for your specific problem.
- Stop if a self-SNAG causes pain, dizziness, tingling or headache, and tell us.
- Don't use them on a new injury until you have been assessed.
Frequently asked questions
Can I learn self-SNAGs from a video?
We recommend learning in person first, so the direction and level are right for you.
How often should I do them?
Usually a few repetitions once or twice a day, as we show you.
Do I need special equipment?
A towel or a Mulligan belt is usually enough.
Can I do them at work?
Many can be done sitting at your desk.
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Written and clinically reviewed by Jacob Kurian, PT, MSPT, CMP, DPT, Certified Mulligan Practitioner, Enhanced Physical Therapy, Mineola NY. Last updated October 14, 2026.