Stretches for Aches and Pains
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Welcome to our community!
We’re thrilled you’ve joined us on this journey to finding relief from aches and pains through the power of stretching. This is a safe and supportive space where we can share experiences, learn from each other, and find practical solutions.
Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, occasional stiffness, or simply looking to improve your mobility, you’re in the right place. Please take a moment to introduce yourself and tell us what brings you here.
Feel free to share your experiences, ask questions, and connect with like-minded individuals.
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I’m looking for relief and shoulder pain and I pinched a nerve in my neck about a year ago and it still haunts me. I love stretching, and I think that’s really what gets rid of the aches and pains for everything else, But with the neck you have to be so, so careful. Also with my shoulder I don’t know what I did to it perhaps doing a wheel because it’s hard for me to get up in every now and then I will so I think it might have been that but I never had this kind of pain before that would just hurt by just sitting there and doing nothing and it would just hurt sometimes like for hours and I didn’t know if that’s my welcome to chronic pain or not it’s has subsided somewhat if it flares up I am 57 years old I live in Philadelphia
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Welcome to the community! I’m Ani Harish, community manager with MyYogaTeacher
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience. I understand how frustrating and concerning persistent neck and shoulder pain can be, especially after a pinched nerve and potential shoulder injury. It’s definitely wise to be cautious with neck stretches, and I appreciate you sharing your concerns about chronic pain.
It sounds like you’re already aware of the benefits of stretching, which is a great start. However, given the persistence of your pain, especially the shoulder discomfort, it’s essential to approach this with a tailored and gentle approach.
Here are a few things to consider:
Professional Assessment: Since you’ve been experiencing this for a while, consulting a physical therapist or osteopath would be very beneficial. They can accurately assess your condition and provide personalized guidance.
Gentle Movement: While stretching is helpful, focusing on gentle movement and range-of-motion exercises can also be very effective.
Mindfulness and Breathing: Incorporating mindfulness and deep breathing techniques can help manage pain and reduce stress, which can often exacerbate discomfort.
