shoulder massage

Upper back therapy

A shoulder massage is the kneading and manipulation of muscles in the shoulder and upper back area to relieve tension or soreness.

Shoulders carry stress, making this one of the most common forms of casual massage: She gave him a quick shoulder massage after he'd been hunched over his desk all day.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G