Annoying shoulder blade pain?

MoveU， Holdings， Inc. US • Aug 15

MoveU sent this email to their subscribers on August 15, 2024.

Ever felt that annoying pain right under your shoulder blade? You know, that spot that's impossible to reach and makes you wish you had an extra-long third arm so you could do some\xa0deep tissue self massage? Welcome to the club.\xa0

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Many of our members come to us with this same issue and since none of us are going to be growing extra appendages any time soon, let's dive into what might be causing it and some effective exercises to get that tension to release.

What is the Pain Under the Shoulder Blades?

When the shoulder blade is misaligned, those muscles adjust their lengths to compensate: some become long and weak, while others become short and tight. The pain is often a cramping sensation felt in the short and tight muscles.

Common Causes of Pain Under the Shoulder Blade\xa0

Shoulder blade pain can range from sharp or burning to tender or achy and span across the shoulder and upper back. Here are the most common causes.
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Poor Posture: If slouching were an Olympic sport, many of us would be gold medalists and this is hands down one of the most common (and avoidable!) causes of pain under your shoulder blade. Hours spent\xa0hunched over\xa0a computer, smartphone, or steering wheel can lead to muscle imbalances and a lot of tension in the upper back. This is the primary issue that we help our members address.
Muscle Strain: Sometimes life demands more of our muscles than they're ready for. Whether you've been lifting heavy objects or perhaps pretending to be an Olympic athlete when moving furniture, overuse and strain can cause muscles around the shoulder blade to beg for mercy. If you need to rehab an injury and have been cleared for movement, our Back & Core and Shoulders & Arms programs are great tools for you!
Stress:\xa0Stress can cause muscles to tighten\xa0up, particularly in the shoulders and back. The phrase “carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders” is a common metaphor for good reason.
Injury: Previous injuries to the back, neck, or shoulders can create lingering pain that decides to camp out under your shoulder blade.
Referred Pain: Sometimes the source of the pain isn’t actually where it hurts. Issues elsewhere in the body can cause pain to radiate to the shoulder blade area.\xa0

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Now that we've identified some common culprits, let’s talk about solutions.

Top 3 Exercises to Improve Shoulder Blade Pain

There are so many exercises you can (and should) do to rehabilitate and improve your shoulder function and most of them can be found in our\xa0membership! Continue reading for three exercises we love, and may help you find some relief: