The SCM (STERNO/CLEIDO/MASTOID) muscle is the third and last muscle I want to talk about for neck tension. By grasping this muscle with your finger tips and gently massaging you can do a lot to help the neck let go of it's tension. Used in conjunction with the scalenes, and the traps I've seen headaches go away along with just really feeling better. You can do this release on yourself by crossing over to the opposite side of the neck as shown in the following pictures. Or on someone else sitting behind.
This muscle also can be very tender so go slow, but persistent. When you get the tension out it won't hurt nearly as much.
*ALSO THERE ARE A LOT OF VEINS AROUND THIS MUSCLE LIKE THE JUGULAR, SO USE CARE. YOU DON'T WANT ANYONE TO PASS OUT.
There are some medical conditions that should not be massaged, ie cancer, being one of the most obvious, if you have a medical condition Please check with your doctor to see if massage is a option for you.
ENERGY WORK ON THE OTHER HAND CAN BE USED WITH ANY CONDITION OR ILLNESS.
I will be addressing energy work in the near future, stay tuned....
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