5 Desk Exercises To Reduce Shoulder And Neck Pain

By Yashika Goel
03 May 2025, 17:00 IST

Poor posture and slouching can cause back strains. Long hours of office work can cause swelling and stiffness. Tap to read the effective stretching exercises to reduce pain.

Shoulder rolls

Roll your shoulders forward and backwards in repetition. This helps release tension in the shoulder muscles.

Neck rotations

Slowly rotate your neck clockwise and anti-clockwise. It helps improve neck mobility and flexibility.

Chin tucks

Sit in good posture and gently tuck your chin towards your chest. Hold this for 15 seconds to reduce stiffness and neck hump.

Ear to shoulder stretch

Slowly tilt your head till your ear touches your shoulder blades. Repeat this on each side to stretch the sides of the neck.

Wall angles

Stand against the wall and slowly lift your arms towards the wall. Thai helps improve the spine health and reduces neck pain.

Information credits

This information is taken from the trusted health website, Healthline. However, it is always advisable to consult a professional trainer for personalised suggestions.