How to relax sternocleidomastoid (SCM muscle)?

Auto-massage to stretch and release sternocleidomastoid muscle. If you struggle with incorrect head positionig, feeling of stiff neck or headaches realetd to SCM tension - here you find the solution. Safe technique to do yourself at home.
Personally I do not like techniques of stretching or releasing sternocleidomastoid muscle in standing or sitting position. All because of the anti-gravitational balance reactions of neck muscles. That is why I usually to show my Patients how to do it properly while lying down. Hope it helps. Have a great day!
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[@MC-pw5pr]

I didn't know such a muscle exists, but i know 'hard neck' And this helps:) Thank you!

[@HuntPcam]

Thank you, this has really helped. Been struggling with this for 7+ years now after an Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis diagnosis. Funny enough, my scm was so bad one time I got sent to the emergency room for suspected mastoiditis lol.
Only question I had, is when I'm trying to reach my right arm up and over to pull on my head, It feels like my shoulder blade and ribs on my back are locked together and restricting movement. (Also have atrophy in hamstrings I'm working on with biofeedback which has been pulling on my back and shoulders). Not sure if you have any advice for that, appreciate everything either way!

[@harshaathis5152]

Hello madem
I am undergoing brest cancer surgery and breast reconstruction in 2020
For past 1 year my hand is swelling
What do i do madem
Please ans me
I am just 24 years old
I am very worried about it
I want to recover from it
What should I do