Wall Angels: A Simple Exercise for Neck Pain, Headaches & Better Posture

Wall Angels: Improve Posture, Mobility, and Reduce Pain

Hello everyone, this is Dr. Aaron Seaton with The Chiropractic Place in Redding, California. In today’s video, I walk you through an incredibly effective exercise called Wall Angels—a simple postural movement that can dramatically help with neck pain, headaches, upper back tension, mid-back stiffness, and shoulder mobility issues.

For many desk workers and people who sit for long periods of time, constant forward rounding of the shoulders and head can create stress in the neck and spine. This forward posture isn’t just uncomfortable—it increases load on the joints and often leads to joint stiffness, tension headaches, and muscle compensation patterns. If you’d like to understand more about how prolonged sitting affects your neck and posture, check out our article on the effects of sitting and neck pain.

Wall Angels help correct that forward rounding by encouraging proper alignment of the shoulders, spine, and scapulae. Over time, this can contribute to better posture and reduced strain. For additional insight into why posture matters and how it affects your body, our post on the effects of poor posture provides a helpful overview of how spinal alignment impacts pain and overall health.

Chiropractic care works synergistically with corrective exercises like Wall Angels. Maintaining consistent care is key to long-term improvements in joint mobility and spinal function. To learn more about the benefits of regular chiropractic visits, you can read our article on consistent chiropractic care

If you’re curious about what makes our practice unique—focusing on patient convenience, individualized care, and long-term outcomes—you might also enjoy our post on what makes The Chiropractic Place different.

Wall Angels aren’t just an exercise; they’re a tool for better spinal alignment, improved mobility, and fewer headaches or pain flare-ups over time. I recommend doing two sets of 10 reps daily—especially if you spend significant time sitting or notice limited shoulder movement. Combine this with regular chiropractic care and movement throughout your day to get the best results.

I’m Dr. Aaron Seaton with The Chiropractic Place.

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