Trigger Point Release in the Upper Trapezius, Levator Scapulae, and Rhomboids Using a Cane Device

Follow my demonstration with extensive instruction (and anatomy pix) to release tender and tight muscle knots in your neck, upper back and shoulder blades using a cane device. Brand names for the cane include Theracane, Body Back Buddy and many more. Breathwork is extra helpful with this technique - exhale as you apply pressure with the cane and visualize releasing tension.

Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:26 Cane ('Theracane', 'Body Back Buddy') overview
3:27 Upper Trapezius
7:13 Levator Scapulae
9:41 Rhomboids and Middle Trapezius

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[keithjenson]

I’ve had my therapy for probably close to a year and didn’t realize it had so many uses. Thanks!

[karynbanksley]

Wow! You explain things in such a way that those of us who are not physical therapists can understand. That is greatly appreciated!

[ashleetrueb]

I am a dental hygienist, and this is the most helpful information I’ve encountered in a long time. Thank you SO MUCH for taking time to share this technique so eloquently.

[timmyhe]

thanks from China！ We don't have such a “follow me step by step ” tutorial in Chinese internet 😂 I bought it but don’t know how to use, you helped me a lot, thanks!

[barbarajloriordan]

My Body Back Buddy has brought a lot of relief from muscle pain into my life. Thank you for providing more precise information in how to use this tool.

[teddy]

thank you so much for this!! i’ve had my theracane for years but didn’t really experience its benefits until watching your video. you’ve helped me a great deal!

[Joyful-]

Great video, forgot I have one of Those canes. Will have to fined it tomorrow and see if I can release some old trigger points. Thanks for the info

[meaghannnnxo]

This was so informative and helpful! You’re a great teacher. Thank you SO much for taking the time to make this video 😊

[CharlesKokoros]

Excellent video. Well done and easy to follow.

[TimHWolfe]

I'll have to look for one of those canes. Sounds like it would help me to get to those knots I can't reach. Thanks !!!

[bbIIr]

Very helpful video, I hope you get more views soon!

[mariavalbuena]

Genial toda tu explicación gracias gracias

[Gablesman]

While I am sure the cane device has its place, nothing beats using a baseball. Lay the baseball on the floor and roll over it at the trigger points. Relieves the pressure almost instantly. You will find that you will have to adjust your weight against the baseball as you go to get used to this method.

[salwahigazi]

usually don't get better. That's why I keep postponing the shoulder replacement surgery.

[MaryannJacobson-tcuz]

I've had that very same cane for a couple years and never quite knew how to use it. Thanks so much for the visual demonstration. I suffer severely from Occipital headaches. I had surgery a year ago for a severed AC Rotator Cuff tendon, and a partially shredded bicepts. Since the damage to my shoulder, is when it seems I have gotten these types of headaches. The doctors want to do a nerve block shot and I don't want a shot in my neck. I feel the pain coming from the upper trapezius and extends all the way up the side of my neck to my ear, also my shoulder is very sore. Can you recommend a good technique to use with the cane for this.? Thanks you

[viktoriyabretush]

Hello from Ukraine! Thanks for your great videos, they are of immense help for my neck issues. I have a question - can you recommend a set of exercises for the mid-back spondylosis? Thanks!

[James-mwsh]

Would you recommend any scaption or other arm movement while releasing? Thanks!