I'll link one of our TOS forum sticky threads as it may be helpful for many of you -
You don't have to have TOS to get trigger points.
Trigger point information {TrPs} for short
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/thread125577.html

A compiled list of links for ergonomics, RSI/TOS, postural issues, therapies,etc-
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/post388-1.html

I have done the tennis ball massage that is mentioned in the link Mrs. D gave above on trigger points for my upper back/shoulder and it works amazing.
In fact it feels and works so good, that sometimes I have left rug burn sort of rashes on my skin from doing it too long--it was worth the rash.

THANK YOU so much for this wealth of information! I bookmarked the post on TrPs and will be logging some hours there. I am a big believer in trigger point release. Also myofascial release and Neuromuscular therapy.

Here are some things I found very helpful to correct forward head/forward shoulders gently.
(forgive my stick figure sketches - for the inflatable ball you can experiment with leg & back positions to see what works best for you)

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/pi...pictureid=5399

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/pi...pictureid=5400
lay on foam roll or large towels rolled up tightly - pillow if needed for neck comfort - then just relax with arms at a comfortable position