Compare the range of motion on the left and right – aim for symmetry.
Hold stretches for 30 seconds and repeat 1-5 times on each side.

 1. Trapezius

Sit or stand up tall, with good posture. Tip ear toward shoulder, keeping chin slightly tucked (not pointing toward ceiling).

Clasp hands behind the back and shrug shoulders downward. Repeat on each side.

2. Levator Scapulae

Sit or stand up tall with good posture. Turn your face 30-40 degrees and tilt the head downward. Ensure that the neck maintains a smooth “C-shaped” curve. Repeat on the other side.

3. Sternocleidomastoid/Scalenes

With tall posture, stretch one ear toward the ceiling. Keep neck long and try not to tip your head back. Repeat on the other side.

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