Rhomboid Muscle Mobilization

The rhomboid muscles (rhomboid major and minor) are located between the shoulder blades and the spine and work to retract, inferiorly rotate and elevate the scapulae. Rhomboid minor is located just above rhomboid major and runs from the spinous processes of C7-T1 to the medial end of the scapular spine. Rhomboid major runs from the spinous processes of T2-5 to the medial scapular border. Both muscles are innervated by the dorsal scapular nerve (C5). The rhomboids are thought to be a common myofascial source of mid-back pain and/or tightness. As such, a bit of targeted soft tissue mobilization work in this area can often greatly help reduce symptoms. It is also important to note that rhomboid region pain is often related to thoracic spine and rib issues and can even be referred from the neck. So, if your pain continues to return and is only temporary reduced with soft tissue work, make sure to see a practitioner who can assess these other regions for a possible contribution. My new book has a mid-back pain program that can help with pain in this area. The program includes self-massage, mobility and strengthening exercises and is broken into three rehab phases. Click the link to learn more and to order a copy. https://a.co/d/hw1Qoao

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