Massage for Sunken Shoulder Blades

Sunken shoulder blades refer to the pain in the muscles and tendons around the shoulder blades. Pain and a sharp sensation in the tendons near the shoulder blades can occur when raising or tilting the head. There might be difficulty in lifting the arms, and restricted movement when turning the head left or right. 

Causes:

1. Heavy physical work, carrying or lifting overly heavy objects.
2. Improper work postures or twisting the body incorrectly.
3. Sleeping in an unsuitable position, or on a mattress that is too soft or with a pillow that is too high.
4. Injuries from sports activities or accidents.

Method for Diagnosing Sunken Shoulder Blade Symptoms:

1. Bend and tilt the head, with the chin close to the neck.
2. Turn the head left and right to assess the range of motion.
3. Feel for tender or painful spots.
4. Raise arms close to the ears, both left and right.
5. Place hands behind the back at three different levels, both left and right.

Contraindications for Massage:

1. Pain in the shoulder blades and shoulders caused by a blockage in the arteries supplying the heart muscles.
2. Pain in the shoulder blades and neck resulting from impact or twisting forces causing cervical disc herniation or nerve compression.

Massage Points:

1. Along the side of the shoulder blade.
2. At the curve of the neck and shoulder.
3. At the groove between the first and second ribs.

Massage Techniques:

1. Use the thumbs to press along the side of the shoulder blade, massaging back and forth. Slide the thumbs under the shoulder blade, pushing towards the spine.
2. Press the area between the first and second ribs at the front of the person being massaged, using the thumbs.
3. Apply pressure with the thumbs at the neck curve, between the neck and shoulder, slightly towards the front.

         Each massage point requires expertise (massage skill). The practitioner must be knowledgeable, experienced, and well-studied, as there are up to 50 essential points, including primary and secondary focus points. We offer outcall massage services, providing massages at the client’s home (home massage).