Try These 15 Stretches to Relieve a Stiff Neck, Tight Shoulders And Upper Back Pain!
Try These 15 Stretches to Relieve a Stiff Neck, Tight Shoulders And Upper Back Pain!
Stiffness and body pain is extraordinarily common, especially in today’s day and age of desk jobs, long commutes, and time spent sitting watching your favorite television shows. Little things like sleeping in the wrong position can cause enough pain in your shoulders and back to affect your daily life (1). Rather than taking some painkillers, here are some stretches that will help you cure your neck and shoulder pain naturally, and hopefully for good (1).
What Causes a Stiff Neck and Tight Shoulders?
Neck pain and stiff shoulders can come from a wide number of disorders and diseasesand can involve any of the muscles or tissues in the neck and shoulders (2, 3). That being said, a stiff neck is usually caused by weak neck muscles, resulting in soreness and difficulty in moving the neck (1). Similar issues occur in the back and shoulders. Excessive stress, poor posture, sports injuries, regular injuries, awkward or uncomfortable sleeping positions, sprains, and infections can all cause pain in the neck, back, and shoulders (1).
If you are experiencing severe, unusual pain in your neck, back, or shoulders, you should see a doctor in order to get your issue properly diagnosed. However, if you believe your pain is coming from stress, exercise, or other normal activities, then you might do well to practice some simple stretches!
Stretches!
Exercises To Help Release Tension & Improve Mobility
Upper Trapezius Release Exercise
This can help with muscle fatigue and spasms.
- Place your arms at your sides with facing your palms up.
- Relax.
- Bring your shoulder up to your ear. Squeeze for 3 – 4 seconds that relax.
- Repeat 10 – 14 times.
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