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Pectoralis minor: A thin muscle on either side of the upper chest that is involved in the movement and stabilization of the scapula, or shoulder blade. Serratus anterior : A muscle that runs down ...
In upper cross syndrome, the muscles in the front of the body, such as the chest and neck flexors, become tight and overactive. The muscles in the back of the body, including the upper trapezius ...
The serratus punch is an exercise that works scapular protraction using the serratus anterior muscle and to a lesser extent the pectoralis minor. [1] [2] The exercise even performed at maximum voluntary isometric contraction did not increase pain in one study in people with shoulder pain. [3]
Additionally, stretching the chest muscles and strengthening the back muscles can also help improve posture. [47] Exercises that strengthen the back muscles include rows, pull-ups, and shoulder blade squeezes. Exercises like doorway stretches for the chest can help stretch out tension that contributes to rounded shoulders.
If you love chest workouts, or sit hunched over a computer all day, your chest may be tight. Here are the 4 best chest stretches to loosen up. A Physical Therapist Shares 4 Essential Chest Stretches
Pectoralis minor muscle (/ ˌ p ɛ k t ə ˈ r æ l ɪ s ˈ m aɪ n ər /) is a thin, triangular muscle, situated at the upper part of the chest, beneath the pectoralis major in the human body. It arises from ribs III-V; it inserts onto the coracoid process of the scapula. It is innervated by the medial pectoral nerve.
In a standing position, extend your left arm across your chest toward the right side of the room. Use your right arm to draw your left arm closer to your body for a deeper stretch. Hold for 3 breaths.
The radius of curvature of the head of the humerus is greater superiorly than inferiorly, which further stretches these ligaments so that they keep the articular surfaces of the joint in their close-packed position. [3] During abduction, the greater tubercle of the humerus comes in contact with the upper margin of the glenoid cavity, which ...