And every time you shrug, your upper trapezius is in action. Middle trapezius: ... Lower trapezius: Also known as the inferior portion of the trapezius, ...

The upper trapezius supports the neck and helps maintain proper alignment, reducing the risk of strains and sprains. The 2020 study also showed that lower trap strengthening exercises helped ...

The upper trapezius also helps the neck rotate and tilt. The middle segment brings the shoulder blades back, and it provides stability for the shoulder during some arm movements. The lower ...

The trapezius is actually composed of three distinct parts, all named based on their position: the superior (a.k.a. upper or descending) trapezius, the middle (a.k.a. transverse) trapezius, and ...

The middle trapezius runs between your shoulder blades and is a stabilizing muscle used for drawing your shoulder blades back ... The lower (inferior) trapezius is V-shaped, ... Upper trapezius. 4 ...

The upper and mid trapezius get hit hardest during shrugs, ... and trapezius (upper, middle and lower) are just some of the muscles found in your back that create shape, ...

Additionally, face pulls engage the middle and lower trapezius muscles, contributing to a balanced and strong upper back. ...

KOLOA, Hawaii — In this video from Orthopedics Today Hawaii, Michael L. Pearl, MD, spoke about the use of lower trapezius transfer for patients with irreparable rotator cuff tears and no active ...