Sports massage for the neck: Accessory Nerve Entrapment via Sternocleidomastoid muscle

We all know how important sternocleidomastoid is for neck function and treatment of muscle tension headaches. In this video though I want to walk you through a role that goes under the radar with the SCM: its role in nerve entrapments
There is clinical evidence that shows the impact SCM has in nerve entrapments via the accesory nerve that supplies it. The spinal accessory nerve and the 11th Cranial nerve innervate the trapezius and SCM and in the upper portion of the SCM can entrap the accessory nerve either from overload or trauma. Some symptoms have been linked to weakness to the trapezius, winged scapula, and even shoulder pain.
Accessory nerve entrapment can be a predisposing factor to the trapezius muscle, so please keep this mind when assessing and treating these areas.
When treating SCM be sure to rotate the head towards the SCM to be treated. This puts the SCM into a shortened position which allows you to lift the SCM and have easy accessibility. If the SCM is in a lengthened position it will make it very difficult to access and work. The treatment process is a lift and drag the posterior fibres into an anterior position and open the area to create a freedom pathway for the accessory nerve.
Be sure to work slow and consider your clients sensitivity thresholds.
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These videos are intended to be used for information purposes only and are not intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment or to substitute for medical diagnosis and/or treatment rendered or prescribed by a physician or trained healthcare professional. This information is designed as educational material and should not be taken as a recommendation for the treatment of any particular person or patient. Always consult your physician if you think you need treatment or if you feel unwell.

[@joanneevans3195]

Great information, thanks. I find working in this area can be a little daunting sometimes, this was a great tip.

[@stuarthindsacademy]

Yes it can be @joanneevans3195

[@mattroggenkamp6717]

I’ve been doing this and hope it improves my pain in the jaw and gum… feels like it’s Trigeminal neuralgia but not sure… good video

[@stuarthindsacademy]

well if it is involved you will definately get better

[@DD-ff3zo]

Awesome tip! Thank you!

[@stuarthindsacademy]

Glad it was helpful! @DD-ff3zo

[@avacos21]

thanks my man!

[@stuarthindsacademy]

my pleasure @avacos21

[@markus7894]

In my body, that's a sore muscle!

[@stuarthindsacademy]

its a common one markus