This Neck Technique Can Change Your Life...Neck Pain, Tinnitus, Headaches, Brain Fog! Dr. Mandell
Summary
TLDRThis script discusses the prevalence of neck problems and their impact on health. It identifies the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle as a common source of neck issues, linking it to various symptoms like headaches, tingling, and vertigo. The speaker introduces techniques like cross-fiber massage, PNF stretching, and chin tucks to alleviate pain and improve mobility. These methods aim to release muscle tension, increase blood flow, and reduce nerve compression, offering a proactive approach to neck health.
Takeaways
- 🌐 Millions of people worldwide suffer from neck problems, which can lead to various health issues.
- 🔍 The neck plays a crucial role in health as it houses the spine and nerves that connect to the brain.
- 🚨 Common neck issues include bulging or herniated discs, and degenerative conditions that increase with age.
- 🤕 Neck problems can cause headaches, neck pain, shoulder blade pain, and even symptoms like tingling, numbness, and vertigo.
- 🔄 It's essential to be proactive about neck health, especially when experiencing chronic pain or limited mobility.
- 💆♂️ One of the primary muscles involved in neck problems is the sternocleidomastoid (SCM), which can refer pain to other areas.
- 🔪 A recommended technique for neck pain is cross-fiber massaging, which can be done with a tool like a fork or the edge of a hand.
- 🤲 The use of a 'knife edge' for massaging the SCM muscle can help release tension and improve range of motion.
- 🧠 PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) stretching is a technique that can trick the brain into releasing tight muscles.
- 🔄 Combining cross-fiber and longitudinal massages can further enhance muscle release and alleviate pain.
- 👐 The anterior part of the SCM muscle near the throat can be a source of hidden problems, affecting swallowing and causing chronic coughing.
Q & A
What are some common neck problems that people experience?
-Common neck problems include headaches, neck pain, pain in the shoulder blades, radiation of pain into the shoulders, chest or arm, tingling, numbness, cramping, tenus, ringing in the ears, vertigo, lightheadedness, and diminished range of motion.
Why is the neck important for our health?
-The neck is important for our health because it's where the spine runs from the brain, housing the nerves that send messages throughout the body. Issues in the neck can lead to various health conditions.
What is a bulging or herniated disc and how is it related to neck problems?
-A bulging or herniated disc refers to a condition where the intervertebral disc in the spine protrudes out of its normal space, potentially causing pressure on nerves and leading to pain and other symptoms in the neck and related areas.
What is the sternal clom mastoid (SCM) muscle and why is it significant?
-The sternal clom mastoid (SCM) muscle is a muscle in the neck that attaches to the mastoid process near the ear. It's significant because it can compress nerves and blood vessels, leading to referred pain, limited head movement, and various sensations like tingling and numbness.
What is the purpose of massaging the SCM muscle?
-Massaging the SCM muscle helps to release tension, reduce pain, and improve mobility by encouraging the muscle to relax and by increasing blood flow to the area.
What does 'cross fiber' mean in the context of massaging muscles?
-Cross fiber refers to the technique of massaging across the grain of the muscle fibers, rather than along them, to effectively release muscle tension and knots.
What is PNF and how is it used to treat neck problems?
-PNF stands for proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, a technique that involves stretching a muscle to the point of resistance, then applying pressure against that stretch for a few seconds before releasing to increase the range of motion.
How can one use a utensil like a fork or spoon for neck massage?
-One can use the edge of a fork or spoon as a tool to apply pressure and perform cross fiber massages on the neck muscles, providing relief similar to using one's hand but reaching areas that might be difficult with fingers.
What is the chin tuck exercise and how can it help with neck problems?
-The chin tuck exercise involves pulling the chin back towards the chest, aligning the ears over the shoulders, and then tilting the head backward to stretch the muscles at the back of the neck and upper trapezius, which can help alleviate tension and headaches.
What are some symptoms that can be related to issues with the anterior SCM muscle?
-Symptoms related to issues with the anterior SCM muscle can include chronic coughing, swallowing difficulties, throat clearing, and even jaw pain.
Why is it important to address neck pain and not let it persist?
-It's important to address neck pain because persistent pain can lead to a loss of mobility, which if left untreated, can worsen and potentially lead to more serious conditions affecting the nerves, brain, and other interconnected body parts.
Outlines
🤕 Neck Health and Muscle Techniques
This paragraph discusses the prevalence of neck problems worldwide and their impact on health. It emphasizes the importance of the neck for spinal health and nerve function. The speaker introduces various symptoms related to neck issues, such as headaches, pain, and numbness. They then propose proactive measures, including muscle techniques, to alleviate neck pain. The focus is on the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle, which is commonly involved in neck problems. The speaker demonstrates a massage technique using a 'knife edge' to cross-fiber massage the SCM muscle, aiming to release tension and improve range of motion.
💆♂️ Advanced Techniques for Neck Muscle Relief
The speaker continues by introducing a technique called PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) to further release the SCM muscle. They explain how to 'trick the brain' by applying resistance during a stretch, which can help alleviate muscle tightness. The description includes a method of using a tool or the hand to apply pressure across the muscle fibers. The speaker also suggests a combination of cross-fiber and longitudinal massage to enhance muscle release. Additionally, they highlight the importance of addressing the anterior part of the SCM muscle, which can be related to various throat and swallowing issues.
📱 Posture and Texting Impact on Neck Health
This section addresses the modern-day impact of poor posture, particularly from texting and looking down at devices, on neck health. The speaker explains how the weight of the head, when positioned poorly, can exert additional stress on neck muscles. They introduce an exercise involving a chin tuck to stretch the muscles at the back of the neck and upper trapezius. The speaker also suggests using a utensil with a wider edge to apply pressure and stimulate the SCM muscles, recommending gentle repetition rather than forceful pressure. The goal is to alleviate tension and improve overall neck health.
🌟 Final Thoughts on Neck Muscle Release
In the final paragraph, the speaker summarizes the techniques and their potential benefits for various neck-related issues. They emphasize the interconnectedness of the neck muscles with the brain, ears, eyes, and face, highlighting the importance of releasing tension in these muscles for overall well-being. The speaker encourages viewers to practice the techniques and share them with others who might benefit. They conclude with a positive note, urging viewers to make the most of the information and to have a great day.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Neck Problems
💡Sternal Clom Mastoid (SCM)
💡Bulging Discs
💡Degeneration
💡Neurological
💡Massage
💡PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation)
💡Mobility
💡Chronic
💡TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint)
💡Occipital
Highlights
Millions of people worldwide suffer from neck problems.
The neck is crucial for health as it connects the brain to the spine.
Neck issues can cause headaches, neck pain, and shoulder blade pain.
Neck problems can also lead to tingling, numbness, and vertigo.
The sternal clomastoid (SCM) muscle is commonly involved in neck issues.
SCM muscle contraction can cause referred pain down the arm and into the fingers.
Neck problems are often one-sided, affecting motion and causing discomfort.
Massage and cross-fiber friction can help release tight neck muscles.
Using a knife edge or utensil can assist in massaging hard-to-reach areas.
PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) is an effective technique for releasing muscle tension.
Combining knife edge with lateral neck pulls can enhance muscle release.
Longitudinal friction along the SCM muscle can aid in further muscle release.
Anterior SCM muscle work can alleviate issues like coughing spells and swallowing problems.
Poor posture from prolonged forward head posture can lead to increased neck stress.
Chin tucks and neck stretches can help alleviate tension and headaches.
Using a utensil to apply friction along the neck can stimulate the SCM muscles.
Neck muscles are interconnected with the brain, ears, eyes, and face.
Releasing neck muscles can lead to miraculous changes in various conditions.
These techniques can be shared to help others with similar neck issues.
Transcripts
there are millions and millions of
people worldwide who suffer with neck
problems or will have neck problems
everyone has to sleep our posture our
prolong forward head posture when we
text all the things we do wrong and the
neck is so important when it comes to
our health because this is where our
spine runs through from the brain the
brain SS up here
and it sends messages down the spine out
all these nerves these yellow nerves and
between the vertebrae we have discs and
many of us have heard of bulging discs
herniated discs as well as degeneration
that happens as we get older so the neck
is directly involved with many
conditions like headaches neck pain of
course pain in the shoulder blades
radiation of pain into the shoulders
chest or arm tingling numbness crank
cramping tenus ringing in the ears
vertigo
lightheadedness diminish range of motion
radicular pain that can radiate to
different areas but the key thing is
that we need to be able to become
proactive and do things for our muscles
when they act up so what I'm going to
show you today are some great techniques
that if you're having neck problems you
can't turn it the area is chronic no
one's helping you you've been on
medication which has side effects let me
show you some things where you can get
some quick results that's safe and very
effective one of the most common muscles
involved in our neck when it comes to
neck problems is called the sternal clom
mastoid the SCM if you turn your head to
one side you'll notice that big muscle
come out and what's important about that
muscle is it attaches to the mastoid
process on the side of our temporal area
and that's where our hearing is and when
this compresses downwards this has a
direct relationship with the brain has a
direct relationship with nerves that can
become referred meaning that as this
muscle contracts you may have a hard
time turning your head to one side or
the other but you can feel referred pain
down the blade into the arms into the
fingers you can feel tingling numbness
cramping aching as well as fatigue and
tiredness because neurologically this is
very very much involved so the first
thing I will tell you is that when we
have problems in our neck usually it's
one-sided so I'm going to focus on my
left side then I'll go on to another
part after one of the best things we can
do to a muscle is massage it yes but the
cross fiber it meaning that if the SC
muscle as I turn here sticks out it goes
straight down and generally if we push
along that muscle we're going to say ow
that hurts you'll notice when you turn
your head one way or the other you'll
notice your motion will be very
restricted on one side versus the other
and your motion should be all the way
over where your chin can go over your
shoulder and on the other side as well
and many of you cannot do that including
myself on one side so the best thing we
can do number one is we will make a
knife edge just like this this side of
our our hand and by the way whenever we
are going to work our muscles if your
skin is not lubricated you can use a
little lotion a little massage oil
little avocado oil olive oil any type of
oil a little bit just put it on your
neck but what I like you to do is just
make a knife edge and you're going to go
just like this across the muscle across
fiber it and when you do it it's going
to be sore over certain areas but you
kind of work all the way down and you
can work all the way up just cross fiber
you see what I'm doing right here just
go across the muscle because this has a
a way of telling the brain to release
that muscle and that's what we want to
do because that's going to get you out
of pain because when those muscles
squeeze they squeeze on those nerves as
well it squeezes on the blood vessels
affecting the blood supply
and it becomes a whole vicious cycle
so as you talk about a knife edge you
don't have to use a knife if you have
silverware where you have a spoon or a
fork but you see I want a really
thickened area nothing too thin because
want a little thickened area it's is
fairly Sim similar but I'm going to go
with the forks a little bit bigger and
we're going to use this Edge just like
this too you can take it like this you
can cross fiber just like that just
cross fiber it you can use this as well
or you can use a knife edge of your own
hand I like to use your hand but
sometimes if you have an area that's
really in there you can't get it in your
hand you can use a little tool and you
can work it like this just kind of come
across that area okay now when a muscles
contract and you are getting a lot of
pooling on that area one of my favorite
techniques is called PNF it's a
neuromuscular re ation type of technique
that we always want to release that
muscle so let's say here it's tight I
come over to the side I can't well so
let's challenge it so take your hand to
your involved side uh we're going to
pull away from it so if I pull away as
I'm stretching this muscle it hurts I
can't stretch it anymore but here's what
you want to do we want to trick the
brain and how do we trick the brain well
we're going to take our head and push it
into our hand for 5 seconds to three
four five as we resist with that hand
and then we relax it then we pull over a
little bit more then we'll push back
against that hand as a hand resists not
allowing us to go back into it holding
it in that position as we're getting
tension in there after a five seconds
then we can pull a little bit more so
you get the hint that's what you want to
do it's a great technique you can do it
anywhere you can do it in any muscle is
that when the muscles contract you lose
Mobility when you lose Mobility you
don't want leave that loss of Mobility
alone because it will worsen and that's
why we need to free it up so one of my
favorite techniques that I really
believe you're going to see great
changes immediately is that we're going
to go back to that knife edge again as
we did before like this okay but as we
do that knife edge we're going to go
across the muscle but we're going to
pull it the opposite way as we go
across okay and now we're going to start
a little higher up and we're going to
work your way down so every time you
pull the neck
across you're going across with that
knife edge over that muscle you're going
sideways pull the neck over going
sideways and it really hurts good yes
you can go as slow as you want as fast
as you want but slower the better and
just pull over as you knife edge it at
the same time
because now we're doing a double whammy
where we're releasing the muscle cross
fibering it at the same time we're
sending neurological impulses back to
the brain the brain's going to tell that
muscle to relax even more so now let's
focus with that same side of the neck
right now you should feel quite a bit of
difference it should be a lot looser but
this time after we cross fiber it we can
go along uh longitudinally the same
direction as that muscle and we could
can still use our knife edge and as we
pull over we're going to start on top
and we're going to run down the muscles
we pull over so now we're going to work
the direct
longitudinal direction of the muscle as
we're pulling over going down okay
you'll notice that your motion will
continue to get better and those muscles
will continue to release and it will get
so much easier as we're releasing that
whole muscle now what I'd like you to do
I want you to work the anterior front
part of the SCM muscle because generally
what we were doing now is that we were
over the whole base of the muscle but
you have specific nerves that go into
the throat the front of the neck as well
as other areas back into the skull
particularly on the temporal region on
the anterior part so if you feel that
muscle as you go in down it down that
area I want you to come a little more
forward on that muscle now now as you
notice when you pull across and as you
go forward on that muscle not directly
on your throat but just off of that area
where you're on the muscle you should
not be choking or coughing if you go on
the front part of the muscle and you'll
feel it as you come down it's going to
be real tender that's where a lot of the
Hidden problems stay right there right
in the front of that muscle right there
as we go right down it just like this in
front of that muscle those anterior
fibers that's where a lot of our
problems occur now you'll
notice you're not only going to feel
release and all that motion come back
but if you have like coughing spells
problem
swallowing all of those conditions can
be related to the SCM muscle and you're
going to notice many of you will notice
not all but if you're having chronic
problems as we mentioned anywhere from
tenidis to coughing to always clearing
your throat to uh problems even up in
the jaw area these anterior SCM muscles
are a big thing because it can really
make a huge difference to get you
feeling better so let's go to the back
of the scold now because what's quite
common as we spend a lot of time texting
and looking down our head bigh weighs
about 12 lb and every inch we go forward
it's an additional 10 lb so if you're
doing this 2 in forward you've got 40
pounds of uh uh 30 something pounds of
stress being pulled on those muscles and
what you're doing is you're eventually
going to have this hunching this little
uh Hunchback that could eventually start
to occur you may notice that the disc
may start to degenerate quicker the
nerves may become more pinched and
irritated you may start getting more
headaches
uh you can start feeling more laded more
dizziness it can affect your eyes
because a greater oipal nerve root comes
comes underneath the skull goes over the
head behind the eyes so if you notice
that you're getting a lot of tension
behind your neck in your traps just
maybe getting those headaches a great
little exercise is just bring your chin
like can do in a chin tuck where your
ears are over your shoulders kind of
like this and leave your chin where it's
at take your hands behind your head as
your chin is tucked in and bring it over
as your chin will eventually touch your
neck and as you do so you'll feel an
amazing stretch
behind right here where my thumbs are
tapping behind the skull because those
muscles in the back of the upper
trapezius here attaches right behind the
skull area so tucking the chin in
bringing it over and around like
this and pulling downwards
you're going to feel nice stretching and
hold that there a good 15 20 seconds do
that several times and what you can also
do is while you do so bring your chin
over to the left and then do
it and you'll feel one side and then
bring your chin to the right keep it
tucked in come over and
around and you'll feel a stretch on the
other side so you work the whole
occipital area all across the skull
underneath all underneath the oxit all
under here that is so directly tied into
conditions of vertigo dizziness could be
tenus that ringing in the ears uh those
headaches behind the eyes you'll notice
uh you feel like it's compressed doing
that stretch can really do great things
for you so let's grab your fork or your
spoon whichever has a wider area here um
because what we can also do is we can
take take this Edge right here we want
lubricant on there or some oil on there
and we can just go down that side of the
neck like this we could pick different
points but we can extend our head to
this side and
backwards and this really opens it up as
we extend and go backwards and as you
come down that muscle extend and go
backwards you're going to get a lot of
stimulation on those SCM
muscles and you don't need to put push
too
hard it's the repetition probably only
about a minute minute and a half is all
you need because you don't want to
over kill the muscle or the skin but as
you do this and you can start turning
your head in little circles just kind of
rotate around so as you rotate around
like I'm doing here you can really get a
lot of those fibers in there you can be
creative but remember these muscles
are the rain that's holding everything
together these muscles in the side you
have the scaliness muscles but as we
focus down these muscles you're going to
work more than just the SCM you're going
to work a multitude of those muscles and
you want to let those muscles breathe
because when you're sleeping incorrectly
if your head is propped up or it's down
too far as we're studying or looking
down on our phone or our computer we're
hunched over with our rounded shoulders
these muscles are
crying so if we spend a little bit of
love and give it to our
muscles and do those little simple
techniques particularly if you have that
stiff neck if you just woke up if you're
having chronic neck problems those
little techniques I just reviewed with
you explore with them play with them you
may have chronic conditions as I said
like tenidis and vertigo and
lightheadedness and chronic headaches
there are so many of those issues that
people are complaining about that's all
related to these neck muscles because
those nerves are all interconnected with
the brain and the ears and the eyes and
I really hope that this technique can
help you so I hope this video serves you
well utilize these techniques it doesn't
matter what kind of neck issue you have
you're going to release these muscles
you're going to feel better these nerves
are all tied in Back to the brain to the
ears to the eyes to the face to the TMJ
it's all connected release these muscles
and you're going to see miraculous
changes share it with those that can
benefit if it's a friend a loved one
you'll be doing them a great
favor please leave your comments below
I'd be very anxious to see how well
you've done and most important make it a
great day I'm Dr Allan
mandelle
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