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Understanding the SCM's: Your Guide to Neck Pain Relief
Have you ever experienced neck pain that radiates to your head, jaw, and even causes dizziness? It might be due to the sternocleidomastoid muscle, commonly known as SCM.
The Culprits Behind Mysterious Aches
SCMs are those tiny yet troublesome muscles that can wreak havoc on your comfort. They are situated in your neck and shoulder area and can often go unnoticed until they start causing problems.
Symptoms and Their Impact
The referral pattern of SCMs is vast, capable of mimicking sinus pain, headaches, eye pain, cheek discomfort, and more. In this post, Dr. Neil Cuninghame, a chiropractor and pain management specialist in Hillcrest, South Africa, will shed light on how these muscles can affect your overall well-being.
Unveiling the SCM's Anatomy
Letโs delve into the anatomy of SCMs. These muscles have two origins: one at the top of the sternum and the other at the end of the clavicle. They ascend the neck, eventually attaching to the base of the skull and the mastoid process.
Alleviating SCM Troubles
Dr. Neil Cuninghame recommends two effective stretches to ease SCM-related discomfort:
- Tuck chin down, tilt neck to the side.
- Turn head away, tilt backward, push chin into a corner of the room.
By performing these stretches, you can give your SCMs the attention they deserve and potentially find relief from associated symptoms.
Dr Neil Cuninghame
Hillcrest Chiropractor
2 Meyrickton Place, Hillcrest
031 035 1165
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