Safe and effective weight exercises for Back & Neck pain
Neck or upper-back pain can make returning to strength training feel intimidating—but you don’t have to “avoid everything.” Dr. Robin demonstrates helpful exercises in her latest video:
If you're returning to strength exercise OR maybe want to begin a strength exercise routine after you have had a neck or upper back injury, you might not know where to start.
In this video Dr. Robin will demonstrate three weight exercises that are not only safe but can be helpful for neck and upper back pain sufferers.
Dr. Robin demonstrates:
Single Arm Rows to strengthen the pulling muscles between the shoulder blades (Rhomboids, middle trapezius)
Seated Overhead Press targeting the lifting muscles (upper trapezius, levator scapulae, anterior deltoids)
Reverse Flies to open the chest while strengthening the push muscles (pectoralis)
You should not be feeling any discomfort in these motions. If you are, maybe go back to some of our more body weight only strengthening or mobility videos also targeting neck and upper back pain.
If you have any questions about this video or need some help feeling better, feel free to reach out to us, Dr. Robin Armstrong or Dr. Jody Freedman. We’re always happy to help. You can book with us online or give us a call.
