Managing neck and shoulder pain effectively often involves incorporating specific exercises into your routine.
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Here are 5 of the best exercises to help relieve and prevent neck & shoulder pain:
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Slowly tilt your head to one side, bringing your ear towards your shoulder. Hold for 15-30 seconds, then repeat on the other side. It helps to stretch and relieve tension in the neck muscles.
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Lift your shoulders towards your ears, hold for a few seconds, then relax them down. Repeat 10-15 times. It strengthens the upper shoulder muscles and relieves tension.
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Sit or stand with your back straight. Squeeze your shoulder blades together, hold for a few seconds, and release.It strengthens the muscles between the shoulder blades & improves posture.
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Sit with your back straight. Reach your right hand over your head and gently pull your left ear towards your right shoulder. It stretches the upper trapezius muscles, relieving tension in the neck and shoulders.
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Start on your hands and knees in a tabletop position. Arch your back (cow position) and then round it (cat position), moving slowly between the two. This improves flexibility in the spine and stretches the neck and shoulder muscles.
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