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Neck

Scapular Squeezes

Squeeze the shoulder blades together to support the neck and upper back.

  • Scapular strength
  • Posture

Standard dose

Sets
2–3
Reps / hold
12
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How to do it

Follow the steps in order. Move in a comfortable range unless your provider said otherwise.

  1. Sit or stand tall with arms relaxed at your sides.
  2. Draw the shoulder blades back and slightly down as if pinching a pencil between them.
  3. Hold briefly without shrugging toward the ears.
  4. Relax and repeat.