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ABSTRACT Aim: This study aims to compare the effectiveness of upper limb and scapular stabilization exercises over the elastic resistance band exercises for trapezitis among college students. Background of the Study: Trapezitis is an inflammation of trapezius muscle, Symptoms of trapezitis include pain, tenderness, stiffness in neck and shoulders, difficulty in moving arms. Poor posture, overuse, or injury can all contribute to the condition. The primary purpose of present experimental study was to prevent pain and help students to write efficiently. Materials and Methods: once the study is approved by institutional review board, 30 students both male and female suffering trapezitis were selected. The study setting was in Chennai. The source population includes male and female, age between 18-25, NPRS score with in 7 and excludes NPRS scale ranging>7, pain in area other than trapezius muscle, history of fracture or dislocation in upper limb, neoplasm, recent surgery. The samples were fully explained about the benefits of participating in the study. They were asked to complete the consent form, which was duly signed by the therapist and the samples. Data regarding pain, speed of writing were collected using NPRS(Numerical Pain Rating Scale) and NDI(Neck Disability Index). Result: The result of this study shows that elastic resistance band exercises was better than upper limb and scapular stabilization exercises in reducing pain and improving speed of writing.