Neck roll: Gently roll the neck in circular motions to release tension in the neck and upper back muscles. 2. Shoulder shrug: ...

Lower stress: Stress can make your muscles tense up and make back pain worse. Practice deep breathing and meditation, or just find some quiet time to relax and unplug. Stretches for Upper and ...

Plus, sphinx is a “nice introductory pose” to lumbar extension because it only moves you through part of your range of motion ...

Foam rolling is another effective way to release muscle tension, especially in the upper back. By putting pressure with a foam roller along the thoracic spine, you can relieve knots and improve blood ...

This article explains how tight neck, shoulder and upper back muscles cause tension headaches to become a chronic condition. It's an excerpt from the author's "How to Get Permanent Relief From ...

larger muscles such as the upper trapezius (located at the side of the neck and top of the back) and pectoralis major (upper chest) tend to take over. This creates excessive tension and poor joint ...