Neck stiffness and shoulder pain often happen together — and there’s a reason for it. Your neck and shoulders are connected through muscles, joints, and nerves. In this video, Prasanna Subramaniam, Registered Physiotherapist at Next Step Physio & Concussion Clinic, explains how neck pain and shoulder pain are linked, why poor posture can trigger both, and how manual therapy can help reduce tension, improve mobility, and support better movement. You’ll learn: ✔ Why neck and shoulder pain often occur together ✔ How poor posture and screen use increase muscle strain ✔ Why shoulder injuries can lead to neck stiffness ✔ How manual therapy helps release tight muscles and improve joint mobility ✔ 5 simple daily fixes for neck and shoulder pain ✔ Neck-shoulder stretch, shoulder blade squeezes, wall angels, chin tucks, and desk setup tips At Next Step Physio & Concussion Clinic, we combine manual therapy, posture correction, strengthening exercises, stretching, and personalized physiotherapy care to help patients manage neck stiffness, shoulder tension, headaches, posture-related pain, and mobility concerns. 📍 Next Step Physio & Concussion Clinic 22959 97 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 5X8 📞 Phone: (587) 853-0878 🌐 Website: www.nextstepphysiotherapy.com 🕒 Clinic Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM