A way to stretch the upper sternocleidomastoid muscle. This isn’t specific to your case you should see your doctor prior to performing exercise exercises or for neck pain. Feel better keep moving! #NeckPainRelief | Bannockburn Chiropractic & Physical Therapy

The SCM (Sternocleidomastoid) Muscle is one of the most overlooked muscles — until it starts causing problems you can’t ignore. This powerful neck muscle runs from your sternum clavicle all the way up to the mastoid bone behind your ear. It controls neck rotation, side bending, flexion, and even helps with breathing when your body is under stress. When the SCM gets tight or overloaded, you may feel: • Neck stiffness • Reduced rotation while driving or working • Tension headaches in the forehead

“Facial swelling might be rooted in a surprising culprit—tension in your neck muscles. 👀✨ The SCM (sternocleidomastoid) and platysma muscles play a key role in supporting lymphatic flow from the face to the neck. When these muscles are tight or overworked (hello, stress, posture, and screen time!), they can restrict lymphatic drainage, leading to puffiness and stagnant fluid. In my practice, I focus on releasing tension in these areas with techniques like gua sha, sculpting massage, and lymphat

The sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle, located on each side of the neck, can contribute to neck pain and headaches due to tension, strain, or trigger points within the muscle. When the SCM muscle becomes tight or contracted, it can lead to referred pain patterns, meaning the pain may be felt not only in the neck but also in the head. | Physical Therapy Session