STRETCHING FOR PAIN RELIEF - PECTORALIS MAJOR AND MINOR

 

TECHNIQUE

Sit on the ground and have a partner stand behind you. Reach behind with both arms and have the partner (gently) further extend your arms.

MUSCLES BEING STRETCHED

Primary muscles: Pectoralis major and minor. Anterior deltoid.
Secondary muscles: Biceps brachii. Brachialis. Brachioradialis. Coracobrachialis.

INJURY WHERE STRETCH MAY BE USEFUL

Dislocation. Subluxation. Acromioclavicular separation. Sternoclavicular separation. Impingement syndrome. Rotator cuff tendonitis. Shoulder bursitis. Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). Biceps tendon rupture.Bicepital tendonitis. Biceps strain. Chest strain. Pectoral muscle insertion inflammation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR PERFORMING THIS STRETCH CORRECTLY

Keep your palms facing outward and your arms slightly above parallel to the ground.

TRIGGER POINTS

Trigger points in the Pectoralis muscles are common and often develop as a result of poor posture or overload (sports, weight-lifting). These trigger points refer pain and are often associated with tennis and golfer's elbow.