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Do You Know Where Your Headrest Should Be Positioned?

Posted by proforma on January 12, 2010

Failing to set your headrest correctly is as bad as not having one. If they’re correctly positioned, headrests can help prevent whiplash injuries, which cause long-term health problems and possibly, death. (See related story.) Hyperextension over the top of the headrest can occur if the headrest is positioned too low.

To correctly position your headrest, first adjust your seat to a comfortable position without angling too far back or leaning forward. Position your headrest no more than 2-3 inches behind your head. Make sure the headrest is no lower than the top of your head.