What Are the Different Types of Upper Back Stretches?
If a person has constant pain in his or her upper back, it could be caused by tight muscles. When upper back muscles are tighter than they should be, it can lead to pain and inflammation. There are many types of upper back stretches that can help increase the flexibility of the upper back and reduce the amount of pain. Generally, the goal of upper back stretches is to increase the range of motion of the back muscles safely over a period of time. Upper back exercises include the hands-up, the hands-out, and shoulder rolls. The hands-up stretch is a good way to increase flexibility in the muscles surrounding the shoulder. A stretcher should start by sitting on a solid floor with legs either out straight or crossed. The fingers should be laced together before the arms are pushed above the head. A stretch should then be felt in the shoulder and above the armpits. The stretch typically should be held for at least 20 seconds and repeated several times.
