Upper crossed syndrome

Question 1

Weak muscles

Answer 1

• Rhomboids
• Mid/Lower traps
• Serratus anterior
• Teres minor/Infraspinatus
• Posterior deltoid
• Longus capitis

STRENGTHEN

Question 2

Tight muscles

Answer 2

• Pectorals major/minor
• Levator scapulae
• Upper traps
• Latissimus dorsi
• Subscapularis
• Sternocleidomastoid

LENGTHEN

Question 3

Neuromuscular dysfunction

Answer 3

• Excessive cervical protraction
• Scapula winging
• Early/excessive scapula elevation

Question 4

Clinical presentation

Answer 4

• Creates joint dysfunction
• Anterior pelvic tilt
• Increased lordotic curve
• Head forward posture
• Protracted scapula
• Internally rotated humerus
• Headaches