Rhomboid Trigger Points

Rhomboid Muscle Location and Trigger Points

The Rhomboid muscles are often overlooked, but they are frequently a location of Trigger Points. The Rhomboids are very thin muscles which have the tremendous responsibility for much of the movement of the shoulder blades. Due to the enormous amount the shoulder blades are used daily, the Rhomboids are often overworked and over tired, leading to chronic Trigger Points.

Rhomboid Referred Pain Patterns

The referral pattern of the Rhomboids is not as widely distributed, but nearly everyone suffers from the pain of Rhomboid Trigger Points. The pain is generally extends from the edge of the shoulder blades to the spine. Since the Rhomboids on both sides are almost always affected, this is a primary source of mid back tightness or aching between the shoulder blades. This pain is felt when the muscles are in use, but also at rest. Snapping or crunching noises when moving the shoulder can also be traced to the Rhomboid muscles.

Rhomboid Stretch

Bring left arm across front of body as shown.
Hold elbow with right arm and gently pull arm across chest, until a stretch is felt.
Hold for 10-15 seconds.
Repeat for other side.
Repeat cycle three times, at least three times daily.

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