Everyone loves a good stretch. The practice feels good because the act of stretching activates a network of relaxing and calming nerves and increases blood flow to one's muscles. Stretching also ...

Just about everyone could benefit from adding more upper back stretches to their routine. While upper back pain isn't as common as lower back pain, factors like stress, poor posture, and muscle strain ...

Shoulder and back stretches may temporarily lower blood pressure and help the body relax, according to a new study. Researchers arent sure of the exact mechanism, but believe it could be related to ...

In a world where back pain has become as common as a morning coffee, millions search for relief from this modern plague. From ergonomic chairs to standing desks, from pain pills to acupuncture, ...

If your upper back perpetually feels tight and achy, add this move to your stretching routine. It’s excellent for targeting ...

When sciatica pain strikes, it can be downright debilitating. From numbness to tingling to jolts of discomfort that radiate through your lower back, buttocks and legs, sciatica has a way of leaving ...

Chanting “om” might help ease your aching back, but only if it comes at the end of yoga practice. A new study finds that the physical act of doing yoga — but not its meditative aspect — may help ...

New research shows that shoulder and back stretches can cause an immediate drop in blood pressure without raising heart rate. Stretching alone only offers short-term effects on blood pressure. Regular ...

There are tons of different stretching exercises—you can stretch the whole body, or just focus on specific areas like the legs or hips. There are also static and dynamic stretches. The choice between ...

We all know the importance of pre-round stretching, but did you know that you should also take the time to stretch during the round as well? Stretching while you play can help prevent you from ...