Head rolls have to be performed in two ways, 1) side to side from left to right and 2) in a circular motion, clockwise as well as counterclockwise. Hold for 10 seconds and return to the neutral position. You will feel a good stretch on the left side of your neck. Place your right hand on your head and pull down gently. Now, bend your chin to touch your chest with a slight deflection towards your right.
To perform the exercise, stand up straight with feet place shoulder wide. This is the most effective exercise for Levator Scapula strain. (this must be done by a certified Chiropractor) Exercises Pulsed ultrasound performed using a sedative anti-inflammatory gel which is applied to the injured levator scapula.Ĭhiropractic adjustments are performed anterior to posterior, lateral to medial, or a combination of both and vice-versa, depending on the position (right or left) of the injured muscle. The maneuvers are aimed at elongating the levator scapulae in order to achieve complete relaxation. Therapists perform a myofascial massage to soften and break adhesions caused in the muscles. Levator Scapulae strains or spasms can be effectively managed with a number of treatment options and physical therapy and exercise therapy techniques.Ĭurrent is applied to the levator scapula muscle of medium frequency to tire and sedate the muscle causing a relaxing effect on it. Some other common reasons are holding cell phones to your ear for a long period or carrying one strap bags. Sitting with a hunch for long hours at work causes tightness and tension in the muscles leading to discomfort and pain. Strain in the levator scapula muscle can be caused by various reasons but the most common amongst them is bad posture. The contraction of this muscle is important for the elevation of the scapula causing the shrug movement. The levator scapulae are twin muscles located on either side of the neck. The levator scapula muscle-tendon originates on the transverse process of the first four cervical vertebrae of the cervical spine (neck) and attaches to the scapula (shoulder blade). Though the disease can affect both the scapula muscles on the left and right side, in most of the cases, the left side is affected.
Sitting in your chair all day and staring at the computer screen with little or no movement causes stiffness or tightness in the levator scapulae. The sharp pulsating pain that you feel in the back of your neck region and in the middle region of the back could be caused by a strained levator scapula muscle.
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