Doorway Upper Trapezius Active Release

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Written By David Song

UPPER TRAPEZIUS ACTIVE MASSAGE

This is a self massage technique for your shoulder and neck muscles. Place a lacrosse or massage ball on the muscle belly of the upper trapezius and lean into a squat rack or doorway to compress the muscle within tolerable limits. Slowly tilt your head and neck away from the ball to actively engage the muscle in a stretch. Slowly return your head to starting position and repeat for 3-5 repetitions and then pick another spot if needed.

Muscles Involved:

  • Upper Trapezius

Related Conditions:

  • Text Neck

  • Cervicogenic Headaches

  • Upper Trapezius Strain

  • Myofascial Pain Syndrome of Upper Trapezius

Required Exercise Equipment:

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