Background
Your Levator Scapulae is a neck muscle that runs from the top of your shoulder blade to your neck. It can cause neck pain due to having Trigger Points, more commonly referred to as knots.
Treatment
To find these trigger point areas areas, feel around your Levator Scapulae muscle until you feel a tender spot.
Palpate Levator Scapulae Muscle
Press down on this spot and look down to the opposite side. Perform this technique until relief is felt.
Self Levator Scapulae Release With Head Movement
Doing this is wrong and can lead to more pain!
Incorrect Self Levator Scapulae Release
The same technique can be performed by your healthcare provider. Once they locate the spot they will passively move your head into position. It's important to perform until relief is felt.
Assisted Levator Scapulae Muscle Release
