Shoulder Rolls
Exercise Overview
This is a scapulothoracic joint mobility exercise that gets you to uncouple motion between your scapula and adjacent joints. Flex both shoulders to 90 degrees with your arms straight out in front of you. Shrug your shoulders maximally and then proceed to circulate them without moving your neck, upper back, or arms. Go for the largest motion possible. You can go clockwise and counter clockwise.
Muscles Involved
Upper trapeziusLevator ScapulaeSerratus AnteriorRhomboidsLower Trapezius
Related Conditions
Text NeckRib Joint PainNeck Associated DisorderCervicothoracic Joint IrritationMyofascial Pain Syndrome Upper TrapeziusCervicogenic Headache