Many patients suffer from shoulder and back pain, most of which are caused by local bone or soft tissue diseases in the shoulder and back. It may also be due to tumor metastasis to the shoulders. Therefore, in clinical practice, treating back pain cannot ignore shoulder pain, and treating shoulder pain cannot ignore back pain. Blindly using massage, scraping, cupping, and other treatment methods may cause patients to miss the best treatment opportunity. Therefore, before performing massage, it is necessary to undergo examination and guidance from a doctor.
Some shoulder and back pain is caused by excessive work, as prolonged maintenance of a fixed posture can cause stiffness in the muscles of the shoulder and back. The accumulation of lactic acid over time can cause a sense of soreness. The main approach is to relieve pressure on the waist and back, so it is important to engage in regular movement and avoid prolonged work. Outdoor activities such as swimming, running, and hiking can effectively relieve physical stress. For more severe cases, going to a beauty salon for cupping, acupuncture, massage, and other methods can help alleviate nerve pain.
Massage Treatment for Shoulder and Back Pain Method 1: Massage the Shoulder Well Point
Massage techniques are very flexible. The main technique is to use the thumb on the shoulder well point, with the other four fingers on the opposite side, applying pressure in a forward and backward motion, squeezing and pinching upwards. After each pinch, take a short rest before repeating. You can also massage from the neck to the shoulder, from the inside to the outside, tap or rub gently. Avoid using excessive force and repeat the process 10 times to promote local blood circulation, relieve muscle spasms in the shoulders and back.
Massage Treatment for Shoulder and Back Pain Method 2: Relieve Posterior Neck Pain
Psychologist Patty Sheehan suggests twisting 2-3 towels into braids, holding one end with each hand, then stretching and twisting the braided towels and placing them behind your neck. Slowly rub your neck up and down to help release tension.
Massage Treatment for Shoulder and Back Pain Method 3: Relieve Upper Back Pain
Stand against a wall and place a tennis ball between your left shoulder blade and spine. Press your body against the ball, keeping it in the same area, and move it up and down. Be careful not to let the ball press against your spine. Then, place the ball between your right shoulder blade and spine and repeat the motion.
Massage Treatment for Shoulder and Back Pain Method 4: Relieve Neck Side Pain
Hold the back of your neck with one hand, aligning the base of your palm with the back of your ear, and grip firmly. Use your fingers as a lever to apply pressure to the neck with the base of your palm, pushing towards the shoulder. Repeat a few times. Then, perform some gentle stretching exercises, such as flexing or rotating your neck.
Massage Treatment for Shoulder and Back Pain Method 5: Relieve Shoulder Pain
Hook your left hand fingers and place them on your left shoulder, covering the upper trapezius muscle, then squeeze firmly. You can also roll or rake your fingers over the muscle from the outside towards the neck. Repeat the same motion with your right hand.
Precautions
Maintain a Balance between Work and Rest
Maintaining a balanced diet, regular sleep patterns, and a balance between work and rest are essential measures for maintaining good health. In clinical practice, some patients may experience a recurrence or aggravation of symptoms due to overexertion, even if their condition is under control and in the recovery phase. Therefore, it is important to strike a balance between activity and rest.
Maintain a Positive Mental State
Some patients develop this condition due to mental stress, excessive sadness, or suppressed emotions, and their emotional fluctuations can worsen the condition. These observations suggest that mental (or psychological) factors have a certain impact on this condition. Therefore, maintaining a normal mental state is important for maintaining normal immune function in the body.
