The Optimal Body 334 | Our Top Tips to Improve Shoulder Health & Reduce Pain
Dec 11, 2023
Explore the intriguing world of shoulder health and discover the main causes of pain. Learn how poor posture and a sedentary lifestyle affect shoulder mechanics. Get practical tips on exercises to enhance mobility and strength, including effective stretches and the importance of rib and upper back movement. Find out how to build awareness around shoulder function and the role of the neck in overall shoulder health. This insightful discussion equips you with tools for improving shoulder performance and reducing discomfort.
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Shoulder Is An Integrated Complex
- The shoulder functions as an integrated complex linking the arm to the trunk, similar to the hip for the leg.
- Shoulder blade, rib cage, and thoracic mobility jointly determine shoulder movement and pain.
Problem Is Sustained Posture, Not One Pose
- Sustained postures, not a single posture, erode proprioception and shoulder-blade awareness.
- Loss of awareness reduces activation and movement variety around the shoulder blade.
Use The Open-Book Stretch Daily
- Do the open-book stretch lying down to rotate the thoracic spine and expand the rib cage.
- Breathe in to expand and breathe out to relax the chest while holding the knee to stabilize the hips.