26/04/2024
Many modern activities (computer use, driving, prolonged sitting etc.) lead us to slouch, round our shoulders, close our chest, and experience neck and upper back discomfort.
Here are some simple tools to relieve neck and upper back tension.
Foam roller: place the foam roller perpendicular to your spine, lie back on it, move up and down no further than the ribcage.
Massage ball or Tennis ball: place the ball on the “sore spot” and lie back onto it. You can gently move pressing onto the spot or stay still for a few seconds or minutes. Repeat on a different spot.
Yoga block: lie back onto it for a few seconds or minutes (the block contacts the back of the rib cage, placed either perpendicular and along the spine). The block can be positioned low/horizontal, medium height/sideway, or upright/vertical. Use the position that feels right.
Option: place another block under the head to prevent neck discomfort.
Disclaimer: check with your practitioner if those exercises are right for you.