Here are some specific stretches that have been recommended by many sources over the years. They are proven to release scalenes and change your breathing pattern to prevent further thoracic outlet problems. Feeling some sensationContinue reading
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Therapist Notes – Serratus Posterior Superior
Serratus posterior superior is strongly governed by the costovertebral joints of the upper thoracic spine. These fixations are almost always associated with locally displaced vertebrae, especially the shearing of C7 and the upper thoracics inContinue reading
Self Care – Can’t Reach Pain Under the Shoulder Blade
Once in a while, this problem starts by awkwardly reaching up and back, but usually, this is a chronic problem. The muscle tightens because the upper ribs have become chronically elevated. Also, there is theContinue reading
Therapist Notes – Infraspinatus
The infraspinatus muscle is a common problem in the shoulder and the most likely to generate pain when the client sleeps on their side. Its position in the shoulder is critical for stabilizing the headContinue reading
Self Care – Shoulder pain when sleeping on your side
This trigger point is perpetuated by a small problem in the position of the shoulder joint. Typically, it just gets worse over time. You should see a bodyworker that knows shoulder work. Most NMT therapistsContinue reading
Therapy Notes – Scalenes
Palpation Structural anomalies are common in the scalenes. Developed palpation skills are needed to reach the proper belly for assessment and treatment. Be aware that the lateral tip of the cervical transverse process is bluntContinue reading
Self Care – Stiff, Swollen Hands in the Morning
Stiff and swollen hands are usually a problem when one sleeps on their back (as is often recommended) with their arms by their side. Some people avoid this problem, as well as “numbing and tinglingContinue reading
Trigger Points – Pain in the upper back, index finger and thumb
The scalene muscles produce several different problems from the torso into the arm and hand, but this is the most common complaint. Client’s Description People complain about pain just inside of the shoulder blade, andContinue reading
Trigger Points – Pain when pitching or reaching behind your body
Client Description People complain of pain in the front of the shoulder, back of the upper arm, forearm, and hand. The primary complaint is in the shoulder, especially when reaching behind the back to fasten aContinue reading
Trigger Points – Pain in front of shoulder when reaching out to the side
Client’s Description People complain of pain in the front of the shoulder when reaching to the side while their arm is at shoulder level. It is easy to adapt movement to avoid this unless there isContinue reading