Shoulder pain can be caused by a variety of conditions. Shoulder pain or tightness is common, affecting 18 to 26 percent of adults. Luckily, you can take steps to relieve discomfort in your shoulders. Here are some of the best exercises to relieve shoulder pain you need to know.
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Best Exercises to Relieve Shoulder Pain
1. Across-the-chest stretch
This exercise helps increase flexibility and range of motion in your shoulder joint and the surrounding muscles. When doing this exercise, lower your arm if you feel any pain in your shoulder.
How to do it:
- Bring your right arm across your chest.
- Place it in the crease of your left elbow or use your left hand to support your arm.
- Hold this position for up to 1 minute.
- Repeat on the opposite side.
- Do each side 3–5 times.