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Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) Stretch

Tilt your head back and rotate it slightly to one side to expose the front of the neck, feeling the stretch along the muscle running from your ear to your collarbone. Alternate sides.

30s each sideIntermediateSeatedNo equipment

How to do the Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) Stretch

  1. Tilt your head back and rotate it slightly to one side to expose the front of the neck.
  2. Feeling the stretch along the muscle running from your ear to your collarbone. Alternate sides.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Neck.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Neck Pain.

Body Fix walks you through the Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) Stretch with a guided timer, demo video, and progressions. Free on iOS.

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This page is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. See peer-reviewed sources for these recommendations, and always consult a qualified healthcare provider for new, severe, or persistent symptoms.