Scapular stretch
Scapula Stretch (Arm Across Chest)
Goal: Stretch the posterior shoulder area.
- Stand or sit upright.
- Extend one arm forward at shoulder height.
- Pull this arm across the front of your chest.
- With the other hand, grasp the elbow or upper arm and gently pull towards your chest.
- Do not raise your shoulders; keep your neck relaxed.
- Hold for 20-30 seconds, then switch sides.
- 2-3 repetitions per side.

3.2. Pectoral Stretch at the Doorway
Goal: Opens the chest, relieves stress on the anterior shoulder, helpful for extensive computer work.
- Stand in a doorway.
- Place one arm at a right angle (elbow at shoulder height) against the door frame.
- Slowly lean your upper body forward into the doorway until you feel a stretch in your chest and anterior shoulder.
- Keep your shoulder down, do not pull it towards your ear.
- Hold for 20-30 seconds, then switch sides.
- 2-3 repetitions per side.

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3.3. Lateral Neck Stretch
- Sit or stand upright.
- Consciously let your shoulders drop down.
- Slowly tilt your head to the right side (ear towards shoulder) until you feel a stretch on the left side of your neck.
- Optional: Gently place your right hand on the left side of your head and minimally increase the stretch (no pulling!).
- Hold for 20-30 seconds, then return to the center.
- Switch sides.
- 2-3 repetitions per side.
