Shoulder Pain: 8 Exercises That Really Help
Feeling a twinge in your shoulder? We’ll show you 8 effective exercises to help relieve and prevent shoulder pain.
Time
- 22 minutes
- 8 exercises
Myofascial Self-Massage for Shoulder Pain
Myofascial self-massage exercises can help you release adhesions and tension in the muscles and fascia surrounding the shoulder. This helps regulate the forces acting on the joint and, ideally, reduces one-sided strain. As a result, symptoms such as pain and limited mobility often subside.
Targeting Deep Tension Points for Shoulder Pain
Use the TRIGGER to target deep fascial adhesions with these exercises. The targeted pressure on your muscle can release deep-seated tension. For each exercise, locate the spot on your shoulder where the pain is most intense.
Mobilization and Stretching Exercises for Shoulder Pain
Mobilization and stretching exercises help reduce restrictions in shoulder joint mobility so that you can regain your full range of motion. This is important for maintaining the joint’s full function.
Shoulder Stretching Exercise: Stretches the Neck and Upper Back Muscles
Stand in a relaxed position or sit on a chair. To stretch the right side of your neck muscles, extend your right arm toward the floor and tilt your head toward the opposite shoulder.
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Activation and Strengthening Exercises for Shoulder Pain
Activation and strengthening exercises can help stabilize the shoulder joint and thus reduce strain. They also help you regain full function and performance.
Shoulder Pain Exercise: Activates the muscles responsible for external shoulder rotation
Stand relaxed or sit on a chair. Grasp the LOOP BAND with both hands and apply light tension. Pull it apart by rotating your arms outward at the shoulders as far as possible.
Shoulder pain?
You’re not alone. Up to a quarter of the population is experiencing shoulder pain right now, and up to two-thirds will suffer from it at least once in their lives.
