Neck and Shoulder Pain The neck is clearly a vital component of our anatomy due to its responsibility for connecting our brain to the rest of the body. Everything that passes through the neck is vital and relies heavily on proper function of the musculoskeletal system to protect and support these structures. Stress is stored in these muscles and can cause headaches, shoulder pain, and other damaging compensations. Sitting at a computer all day, looking down while running, whiplash, sleeping poorly, or sudden movements and changes in direction are also common causes of neck pain. Factors include muscle strain, ligament sprains, arthritis, spinal subluxations, pinched nerves, knots or adhesions, and countless other musculoskeletal complications. The pain is usually not only felt in the neck itself, but also into the base of the neck and the shoulders. Generally the pain can be categorized into two conditions: muscle strain or myofascial strain. Muscle strain can occur when there is an injury to the muscles of the neck, causing spasm of the cervical and upper back muscles. The strain may result from the physical stresses of everyday life, including poor posture, muscle tension from psychological stress, or poor sleeping habits. Typically symptoms include pain, stiffness, and tightness in the upper back or shoulder. Myofascial pain causes tight and tender areas of muscle that are sensitive to pressure. Myofascial pain in the neck can develop after trauma or with other medical …
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Massage Secrets for Tight, Sore Neck & Shoulders, Upper Back Pain Techniques Tutorial 3
Massage Secrets for Tight, Sore Neck & Shoulders, Upper Back Pain Techniques Tutorial 3 In this video, Athena shares her secrets about how to relieve and loosen tight, sore shoulders and neck muscles. She talks about the importance of good posture and strengthening muscles of the abs, core and back to help hold you up and prevent strain on your upper back. Athena also addresses the importance of getting massage work on a regular basis to relieve stress, pain, correct postural or structural issues and in general to maintain optimal health in the body. She also describes how stress and pain in the body can affect our emotions and cause us to be depressed, agitated, impatient, etc. because our stress hormones are always raging. These massage tips will help you give a relaxing, healing massage and can help you provide specific relief for tight, sore, stiff muscles in the neck and shoulders. For a true relaxation massage, it’s important to respect the body. Deep relaxation from massage may require several techniques- Swedish, Deep Tissue, Spa, Soft Tissue, Lymphatic Drainage, etc. Athena is a Cranio Sacral Therapist, a Licensed Massage Therapist and Lymphatic Drainage Therapist. Visit Athena Jezik’s website at; www.acranio.com This video was produced by Psychetruth www.youtube.com www.twitter.com www.facebook.com www.myspace.com Music By Scotty B © Copyright 2011 Target Public Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. massage therapy “massage technique” shoulders neck tight sore stiff …
KT Tape: Middle Back Pain
The middle back is a combination of vertebrae from the upper and middle sections of the back and muscles that run the entire length of the back. These muscles support the spine, flex and extend the torso, move the upper limbs and head, as well as function to keep your body in an upright position. Middle back pain can be attributed to poor posture, weakness in the muscles, overuse, or overly tight/knotted muscles. These conditions can cause muscle imbalance, muscle fatigue, pain, and tears. In some cases, spasms are associated with the pain. This is primarily due to poor nutrient circulation to the nervous system and can be addressed by increasing blood flow. Typical treatments for middle back pain include rest and ice, as well as massage, electrical stimulation (ultrasound), light and frequent stretching, alternating ice and heat, and strength training of the opposing muscle group (the abdominals) to relieve pressure from the back. Using this KT Tape application can relieve pressure from the painful spot and send correct signaling to the muscles that allow them to relax.
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Get Rid of Neck, Shoulder, Muscle Pain Parkland Chiropractor Dr. Joseph Bogart
Here are some easy and effective ways to get rid of neck and shoulder pain often associated with computer or desk work. You do not have to be in a car – auto accident to benefit from these. We serve Parkland, Coral Springs, Margate, Coconut Creek, West Boca Raton, and Deerfield Beach areas.
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KT Tape: Neck Pain
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Neck-Pain Relief-and-Prevention with simple stretch
Got a stiff neck? Prevent neck pain, relieve stress, loosen tight neck muscles with this simple self-traction stretch. Get relief, then share this video so others can prevent neck pain. For articles and video about pain relief, Go to www.higher-lifestyle.blogspot.com.