ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -The trapezius is a muscle that starts at the base of your neck, goes across your shoulders and extends to the middle of your back. The trapezius (traps muscle) helps you move your head, neck, arms, shoulders and torso. It also stabilizes your spine and helps with posture.

Detailed explanation-2: -The trapezius is one of the broadest and most superficial (closest to the skin) muscles of the upper back and trunk, meaning upon dissection of a cadaver it is often used as a landmark because it is encountered first. This muscle is triangular, broad, and thin and covers the upper back of the shoulders and neck.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lift your right hand up and over your head, resting your hand on your left cheekbone. Do not pull on your head now, though. Simply rest your hand there for just slightly more pressure. This very gently stretches your upper trapezius.

Detailed explanation-4: -Poor posture is a common cause of trapezius muscle pain. People who spend long periods hunched over their computer or smart phone are prone to developing chronically tight trapezius muscles which can lead to neck, shoulder and upper back pain.

Detailed explanation-5: -Applying heat or ice to the affected area. Performing gentle neck or back stretches. Manual Therapy or Dry Needling. Physical therapy.