Neck muscle massage to relieve turtle neck, risking 'death' if done recklessly?

When using computers extensively, turtle neck syndrome can develop, leading to stiff neck and pain.

It was said that touching around the neck at this time could alleviate the symptoms.

However, 'platysma massage' can pose health risks if done incorrectly, so caution is advised.

 

The sternocleidomastoid massage involves directly grasping the sternocleidomastoid muscle with your hand and pressing to relax the muscle.

The sternocleidomastoid muscle is a large, long muscle that runs obliquely from the end of the clavicle on the neck to behind the ear, with one on each side. Massage of the sternocleidomastoid muscle is known to be effective in alleviating turtle neck syndrome.

As the load on the neck increases, the sternocleidomastoid muscle becomes excessively tense, so it is released. For every 1cm the head moves forward, an additional 2 to 3 kg of load is applied to the neck.

When the sternocleidomastoid muscle tightens, the muscles in the head also tense up, leading to stiffness and hardening in the neck, shoulders, and back of the head, which can cause headaches. Additionally, as it shortens and hardens, it can worsen turtle neck syndrome.

 

 

However, around the sternocleidomastoid muscle, the carotid artery, nerves, and other structures pass by, and pressing too hard on this area could pose a risk of death.

The carotid artery is a blood vessel that is prone to atherosclerosis, where lipids accumulate inside the vessel.

If a thrombus attached to a blood vessel detaches due to improper massage, it can lead to a stroke.

Especially for those over 50, who have a high incidence of arteriosclerosis, it is not advisable to perform sternocleidomastoid massage.

It is also advisable for people with highly sensitive carotid arteries to avoid it, as there may be issues with supplying blood to the brain.

In addition, nerve compression caused by sternocleidomastoid massage can lead to dizziness, vasovagal syncope, and other related symptoms.

 

Maintaining proper posture when using electronic devices is the most important way to alleviate turtle neck syndrome.

☆ Sit as close to the chair as possible with your hips, keep your back straight, and lean against the backrest of the chair.

Sit so that when viewed from the side, the ears, shoulders, and hips are aligned in a straight line.

Adjust the position of electronic device monitors so that this posture can be maintained for a long time. Keep a minimum distance of 50cm between the monitor and the eyes, and direct your gaze slightly downward.

It is good to take a 10-minute break after working for an hour. This is because maintaining the same posture for a long time causes the muscles to contract tightly.

If you want to do stretching, it helps to keep your heels, hips, and shoulders perfectly against the wall and maintain a posture with your chin tucked in.

 

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These days, including myself and other users, people are using their phones.

Since you've been doing it a lot, your neck is also pulling and it's difficult, isn't it?

I am sharing some useful information.