Seated Upper Trapezius Stretch

SEATED UPPER TRAPEZIUS STRETCH

The seated upper trapezius stretch aims to stretch out the neck. Begin by placing a hand on the opposite side of your head. Use your other hand to grip onto the bottom of your seat. Pull your head gently towards the side while rotating the head so that you are looking in the opposite direction. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds or as needed for relief.

Muscles Involved:

• Upper Trapezius

• Splenius Cervicis

• Splenius Capitis

Related Conditions:

• Cervicogenic Headaches

• Forward Head Posture

• Upper Cross Syndrome

• Text Neck / Nerd Neck

• Trapezius strain

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