-Those Rascally Rhomboids-
Location:
Origin-Spinous process of the vertebra from C7 down to T5.
Insertion-(Minor) Vertebral border at root of the spine of the scapula or shoulder blade. (Major) Lower two thirds of vertebral border of the scapula or shoulder blade.
Action-Both Rhomboid major and minor both retract and rotate the scapula(shoulder blade) downwards.
Problem:
If your posture is such that your shoulders are pulled forward much of the time you may be experiencing pain in those rascally rhomboids. With the shoulders pulled forwards the pectoral (chest) muscles become tight and tend to lock the shoulders into that position. In turn the rhomboids become stretched all the time ultimately making them tight , unhappy and painful. In other words, your back hurts.
Solution:
1. If much of your day is spent doing something where your arms are stretched in front of you a lot-cutting hair, using a computer, etc.-take frequent mini breaks where you drop your arms to your sides, pull your shoulder back in line with your body and let them hang there in a loose, relaxed manner a few seconds. Then, get back to work.
2. If number one does not work see a massage therapist who is skilled in dealing with muscle imbalances or body alignment.
But, whatever you do getting a massage is always a plus and will help you feel and do your best.
"Nuff Said"
Origin-Spinous process of the vertebra from C7 down to T5.
Insertion-(Minor) Vertebral border at root of the spine of the scapula or shoulder blade. (Major) Lower two thirds of vertebral border of the scapula or shoulder blade.
Action-Both Rhomboid major and minor both retract and rotate the scapula(shoulder blade) downwards.
Problem:
If your posture is such that your shoulders are pulled forward much of the time you may be experiencing pain in those rascally rhomboids. With the shoulders pulled forwards the pectoral (chest) muscles become tight and tend to lock the shoulders into that position. In turn the rhomboids become stretched all the time ultimately making them tight , unhappy and painful. In other words, your back hurts.
Solution:
1. If much of your day is spent doing something where your arms are stretched in front of you a lot-cutting hair, using a computer, etc.-take frequent mini breaks where you drop your arms to your sides, pull your shoulder back in line with your body and let them hang there in a loose, relaxed manner a few seconds. Then, get back to work.
2. If number one does not work see a massage therapist who is skilled in dealing with muscle imbalances or body alignment.
But, whatever you do getting a massage is always a plus and will help you feel and do your best.
"Nuff Said"
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