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Trapezius stretch | Brighton Chiropractor

Author Matthew Bateman Categories BACK, HOME EXERCISES, POSTURE, SHOULDERS, STRETCHES, UPPER BODY

Soothe Neck and Shoulder Tension: The Trapezius Stretch Your Brighton Chiropractor Recommends

Whether you are spending long hours working from a cafe in The Lanes or carrying a heavy rucksack along Brighton beach, your shoulders take a daily beating. If you constantly feel a heavy, burning ache at the base of your neck or across the top of your shoulders, your trapezius muscle is likely crying out for relief.

Learning how to properly stretch this vital muscle group can quickly melt away stress and restore your range of motion.

The Burden on Your “Traps”

The trapezius is a large, kite-shaped muscle extending from the base of your skull, across your shoulders, and down the middle of your back. It bears the brunt of modern life. Poor desk ergonomics, driving stress on the A27, and even cold coastal winds that cause you to hunch your shoulders all force the upper trapezius into a state of chronic contraction. This tightness frequently triggers stubborn tension headaches and restrictive stiffness.

The Seated Upper Trapezius Stretch

To release this built-up tension at your desk or home, try this highly effective stretch:

  1. Set Your Posture: Sit up straight in a chair and anchor your left hand under the seat to keep your left shoulder pinned down.
  2. Tilt Your Head: Gently lower your right ear toward your right shoulder.
  3. Deepen Gently: Place your right hand lightly on top of your head, applying just enough weight to increase the stretch along the left side of your neck.
  4. Hold: Take deep, relaxing breaths for 20 to 30 seconds. Repeat on the other side.

Get Expert Relief in Brighton

While stretching offers fantastic temporary relief, chronic trapezius knots are often a warning sign of underlying joint dysfunction in the cervical or thoracic spine.

If your shoulder tension keeps returning, our Brighton chiropractic clinic is here to help. We pinpoint the root alignment issues, using precise spinal adjustments and targeted soft-tissue therapies to get you moving freely. Contact our Brighton team today to book your consultation.

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