Self Treatment For Neck And Shoulder Pain: Pectoralis Major Myofascial Release

Myofascial release technique for chronic neck and shoulder pain. Tightness in the pectoralis major keeps the shoulders in a rounded forward position, leading to a host of issues. Rounded forward posture places a strain on the muscles of the upper back and shoulders, limiting the range of motion of the rotator cuff leading to discomfort in the shoulder itself. This dysfunctional position of the shoulders an also cause the head and neck to protrude forward leading to pain and stiffness in the neck. The most common causes of tight pecs are related to activities of daily life. Typing at a desk, driving, carrying a heavy purse or baby and emotional stress. These trigger points, the tension itself must be addressed and deactivated restoring length to the pecs, allowing your shoulders back into a healthy position. If you have chronic discomfort in your shoulders and neck give this release a try!

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[jeansoares]

I have been struggling with upper back and should pain along with constant headaches.  I see a massage therapist regularly, have gone to a chiropractor, a primary care and PT and no one has ever told me this and it helps so much!   Thank  

[christisgreaterthanculture]

Thanks alot! This should help most people. By the way, you look amazing, very aesthetic.

[paigehuffman]

Love your videos Kai! Thanks for the great tips and wonderful demos! keep up the good work!

[FitnessMonster]

I had a bad car accident 2 years a go and I bruised my shoulder badly. I lift weights regularly now and I often experience intense pain in that same shoulder.Thanks for the information. You're very informative...much love from the east coast

[gicking]

I had some tricep pain and just happened to be watching thisso I tried a ball on my triceps against a wall similar to what you did for your pecs- good result after a few minutes- thanks Kai for your well explained and easy to see videos.

[dulongkel]

You are a lifesaver! I am finally on the road to recovery after several years of mystery illnesses. I just discovered today that the strong heart palpitations I experience while falling asleep are due to the trigger point I have in my mid-right pectoralis major. I knew it was sore there (from overuse at work), but had no idea it was affecting me in so many ways. In addition to the palpitations, I've also been struggling with my diaphragm not working at night and my right arm going numb and tingling. Earlier in the week my doctor and I finally figured out that those two problems were from shortened scalene muscles (and probably sternocleidomastoid) pulling my ribs up and pinching the nerves. We were still stumped on the heart palpitations. This video has been so informative. I had been watching a few of your other videos earlier today when I finally solved the mystery.

[renaepearson]

Hi Kai. I recently had a shoulder dislocation and I think this will really help my recovery. Thank you.

[tammielpowell]

Just viewing this video in 2017 and giving you a shout out for sharing such a helpful post-thanks very much!

[reettiisaar]

Oh, the shoulder and neck stretching on the wall was so good, many thanks!

[Tina_Pedirn]

Staying up late watching all of your wonderful videos. Wonderful teacher thx

[kaisimonfitness]

I would recommend trying all the release techniques I have uploaded. I will also be doing some videos on stretching so stay tuned! :)

[ghittaeibschutz]

Amazing, helpful, practical advice! Thank you Kai!👏🥰💐

[potter]

You ve made it so clear and simple. Thanks

[kaisimonfitness]

There are several muscles that can contribute to neck pain. Be sure to watch the traps release video and stay tuned for my sternocleidomastoid release. Thanks for watching!

[LahainaKat]

that is great, been looking for some relief in the neck /shoulder pain forever thank you Kai

[beccakreidler]

I learned about myofascial release from running but I wish I had known about it when I was a young swimmer. This is the one thing that I don't think has crossed over enough to competitive swimming and it is so important for pain management and injury avoidance.

[Cearts]

Thank you for your videos. so clear and beautifully explained

[richardhall]

OMG I did this while sitting at my desk and my shoulder stop hurting immediately. thank you

[zach]

Thanks Kai, the techniques really helped.

[dimplex]

just what i needed. Very informative Kai