How Do You Loosen Scalenes

The aetiology of MPS of the scalene muscle can be primary or secondary to other medical problems known as precipitating and perpetuating factors. Chronic muscle overuse, poor posture and repetitive microtrauma are the leading causes for the primary aetiology of this condition (1,6).

What causes tight Scalenes?

The aetiology of MPS of the scalene muscle can be primary or secondary to other medical problems known as precipitating and perpetuating factors. Chronic muscle overuse, poor posture and repetitive microtrauma are the leading causes for the primary aetiology of this condition (1,6).

How do you release scalene trigger points?

Grab your SCM between your fingers and thumb of your opposite hand. Release your thumb and use the other fingers to pull the SCM a couple of inches towards the trapezius muscle. Press directly back to press your anterior scalene directly against your vertebral column and release pressure underneath your fingertips.

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