Jul 21, 2025, 08:41 PM IST

What is a buffalo hump? Here are 7 ways to treat it naturally and effectively

Muskaan Gupta

A round group of fat that develops at the upper back, close to the neck, is called a buffalo hump. Because it resembles the hump on a buffalo's back, it is known as a 'buffalo hump.' Here are 7 ways to cure it naturally and effectively .

What is a Buffalo Hump?

When standing or sitting, keep your posture straight. Avoid bending down and perform back-straightening exercises to prevent the hump from getting worse.

Correct Your Posture

Over time, the appearance of the hump can be lessened by performing mild stretches for the upper back, shoulders, and neck to help relax tense muscles and enhance position.

Do Neck and Shoulder Stretches

Use a cervical support pillow while you sleep to ensure that your neck and spine are in the correct position. This lessens strain and stops the upper back from gaining more fat.

Do Neck and Shoulder Stretches

Taking a healthy diet and regular cardio can help reduce overall fat, including the hump at the back of your neck, if it is the result of weight gain or weight gain.

Do Neck and Shoulder Stretches

These low-impact exercises help to naturally decrease the hump and prevent complications by stretching the upper back, strengthening the core muscles, and improving posture.

Practise Yoga or Pilates

To reduce stress and increase movement in the afflicted area, apply warm compresses or take hot showers. This will help soothe the fat and make it less noticeable.

Apply Warm Compresses

Frequent massages from a trained professional can help naturally reduce the buffalo hump by encouraging drainage of lymph, relaxing tense muscles, and breaking down stored fat.

Massage Therapy

Disclaimer: This content, including advice, gives generic information only and is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion.