Muscle Group of the Week: Scalenes

Muscle Group of the Week: Scalenes

Muscle Group of the Week: Scalenes In the lateral aspect of your neck, you have three paired muscles known as the scalenes.  The anterior, middle, and posterior scalenes form what is called the posterior triangle of the neck, which is located behind the...
The Link Between Neck Pain and Respiratory Issues

The Link Between Neck Pain and Respiratory Issues

The Link Between Neck Pain and Respiratory Issues Neck pain is one of the most, if not the very most, reported musculoskeletal issues we encounter here at Moyer Total Wellness. Chronic neck discomfort isn’t just painful for your muscles and limiting for your joints. ...
Treating Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Treating Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Treating Thoracic Outlet Syndrome The thoracic outlet, located in your upper chest area, is what the narrow space between your collarbone (clavicle) and your first rib is called.  Inside this thoracic outlet lies the brachial plexus, which is a network of nerves and...
Waking up With Neck Pain

Waking up With Neck Pain

Waking up With Neck Pain Did you wake up with a stiff and painful neck this morning? Can you barely turn your head and all that happened was you went to sleep? Are you finding that you have to turn your entire body in order to look over your shoulder? Did you recently...