Stretches to lengthen the Rhomboid muscles between the shoulder blades can greatly assist in the reduction of tension in these muscles. For example: shoulder roll stretches, and simple rhomboid stretches (see Entegra Health Stretch Library here). Stretches to reduce tension in the Pectoral muscles in the anterior (front) muscles of the chest may also assist the reduction of tension in the upper back and Rhomboid area.
Category Archives: Shoulder Stretches
Many simple stretches exist to effectively lengthen and reduce tension in the Pectoral muscles of the chest, requiring little equipment other than a wall or doorframe (see Entegra Health stretch library). Stretching the pecs also assists in the reduction of tension in the Rhomboid muscles, located posteriorly in the upper thoracic (back) area.
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Shoulder Rolls | Super Simple Shoulder Stretches
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May
May
Stretching regularly doesn’t need to be difficult or even require time set aside each day. We’ve detailed here a super simple shoulder rolls stretch which can be done throughout the day, even sitting in your chair if need be…
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Apr
Apr
Pain in the mid to upper back can be caused by a multitude of reasons; desk work; poor posture; exercise; injury and more besides. Your remedial massage therapist will be able to provide massage to the problem areas and help to discover the cause.
Melbourne Remedial Massage News, Postural Issues, Shoulder Stretches
Pec Stretch | Stretches For Rounded Shoulders
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Feb
Feb
Doing a pec stretch regularly can be a great option for modern workers. A common postural complaint and one that can be exacerbated by office work is forward or rounded shoulders.
Neck Pain, Neck Stretches, Postural Issues, Shoulder Stretches
Levator Scapulae Stretch | Excellent Neck Stretch For Computer Workers
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Nov
Nov
This Levator Scapulae Stretch can be used daily to maintain flexibility in the neck.
Back Pain, Back Stretches, Melbourne Remedial Massage News, Shoulder Stretches
Cat Cow Stretch | Great For Relieving Back And Shoulder Tension
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Nov
Nov
The cat cow stretch is a slow gentle movement through 2 poses that helps with flexibility in the back, neck and shoulders.