@drjoedamiani: Forward head posture? Release your SCM the right way! If you saw yesterday's video, you know forward posture shortens the SCM—this helps release it more effectively by combining activation and stretching. 💡 What’s happening? A tight SCM often keeps fighting against stretches. So instead of only stretching it, we first fatigue the muscle so it relaxes more easily. 🔥 Why this matters If the muscle is still actively contracting, you won’t get a full release. This contract-relax method helps the muscle stop resisting the stretch. 🛠️ Exercise to release the SCM 1.) Contract the muscle Turn away from the side you want to stretch, tilt toward it, and push into your hand. This shortens and fatigues the SCM. 2.) Full stretch Now look toward the side you’re stretching and tilt away to fully lengthen the muscle. 3.) Repeat both sides Train both SCMs to reduce imbalance and improve neck posture. Fatiguing the muscle first helps you get a deeper stretch and reduce tension more effectively. #neckpain #forwardheadposture #posture #mobility #physicaltherapy

Dr. Joe Damiani, DPT

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