In the fourth of a five-part series, Dana Santas explains how strong scapular muscles promote healthy shoulders, better ...

The trapezius, trapezoid, or traps muscle is a muscle in the upper back. It stabilizes the shoulders and enables the neck to move. Certain stretches can help ease pain and keep movement flexible. The ...

Learn how to relieve neck and shoulder tension with tips for getting the most out of a 10-minute stretch session. Our editors independently select these products. Making a purchase through our links ...

Shivering and tensing up is the body’s natural response to uncomfortably low temperatures, and that can cause trapezius tightness. Winter stiffness can be a real pain in the neck (literally).

Although muscle spasms are usually short lived and aren’t serious, they can be painful. Stretching can be particularly helpful at relieving a muscle spasm. Other home treatments like massage, using ...

Lower back spasms can be painful, but they are treatable. Certain remedies, stretches, and lifestyle changes can help reduce or get rid of back spasms. Lower back spasms can happen suddenly, causing ...