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Shoulder Rolls

SHOULDER ROLLS

This is a scapulothoracic joint mobility exercise that gets you to uncouple motion between your scapula and adjacent joints. Flex both shoulders to 90 degrees with your arms straight out in front of you. Shrug your shoulders maximally and then proceed to circulate them without moving your neck, upper back, or arms. Go for the largest motion possible. You can go clockwise and counter clockwise.

Structures Involved:

  • Upper trapezius

  • Levator Scapulae

  • Serratus Anterior

  • Rhomboids

  • Lower Trapezius

Related Conditions:

  • Text Neck

  • Rib Joint Pain

  • Neck Associated Disorder

  • Cervicothoracic Joint Irritation

  • Myofascial Pain Syndrome Upper Trapezius

  • Cervicogenic Headache

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