Tight neck and shoulders?

Tight, achy shoulders. Press the most tender muscle on top and release slowly.

What you needThe middle finger of your opposite hand, or the back of a spoon

Where to pressOn the highest band of muscle, midway between the base of your neck and the tip of your shoulder

How to do itPress straight down to find the most tender spot, hold for 30 seconds, release slowly, and repeat 3 times.

AfterwardsAfterwards, use a warm compress for 10 minutes and get up to move now and then.

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If any of these apply, seek care first — do not rely on pressure alone:

Written by the Rebirthealth Advisor Team · Reviewed by verified advisors across four traditions

The neck and shoulder with a red dot on the highest muscle band, midway between the neck base and shoulder tip

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