Each side of the neck contains two triangular sections created by the major deep muscles. The sternocleidomastoid muscle separates the sections, known as the anterior and posterior triangles. Located ...

It appears that patients with tension-type headache (TTH) have relatively weak neck extension muscles, a new study shows. Researchers found that these patients are 26% weaker than controls with ...

When you’re sharing the road with drivers it’s imperative that you’re able to look behind you to see if a vehicle is approaching. But tight neck muscles from chronic bad posture can restrict that ...

When the muscles of your shoulders, neck, and chest are out of balance — some too weak and some too tight — that's called Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS). In side views of the upper body, these muscles ...

The platysma muscle is found at the front of the neck, under the chin. Platysma banding is known as a "turkey neck,” and many people seek cosmetic surgical procedures, such as a neck lift, to reduce ...

Neck pain on the left side usually results from a benign cause, like muscle strain from sleeping in an awkward position. Sometimes, a more serious cause may be a tumor or rheumatoid arthritis. The ...

Exercises for double chin and neck sag after 55, featuring exclusive coaching tips from Eric North, The Happiness Warrior.

Getting rid of a stiff neck may involve stretching, a cold or hot compress, and OTC medication. The neck is a sensitive area, making neck stiffness common. Most stiffness will heal on its own, but see ...