The following post discusses what “tech neck” is and ways to avoid them. It is written by a chiropractor in Cold Springs KY 41076 and a chiropractor in Ft. Thomas KY 41075.

Introduction

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Neck pain is a common complaint, but it can often be caused by something simple. Neck pain can be caused by posture problems, poor ergonomics at work, injury or arthritis.

Recent studies indicate that your “tech neck” may be causing significant changes to the curve of your cervical spine, putting you at risk for chronic neck pain and long-term damage.

Recent studies indicate that your “tech neck” may be causing significant changes to the curve of your cervical spine, putting you at risk for chronic neck pain and long-term damage.

That’s right: If you’re reading this on a smartphone or tablet device, there’s a good chance that every time you look down at it while holding it in front of you with both hands, you’re practicing tech neck. But what exactly is tech neck?

Tech Neck is actually called forward head posture — it’s when the head is held forward and down (think turtle), which causes the neck muscles to elongate and shorten as well as stretch out. This means that over time, these muscles could become tight or weak from being overused or not used correctly.

Studies show that the increased use of these devices may be affecting our posture, leading to neck and shoulder tension and pain.

You can easily see how your posture is affected by the way you are sitting, standing or lying down. Poor posture causes your muscles to tighten, which can lead to headaches and pain in the neck and shoulders.

As you look down at your phone, your head hangs forward with shoulders rolled forward in order to reach the screen. This results in the spine being bent into a C-shaped curve (or hyperlordosis) with ribs protruding upwards and stomach muscles tightening. This position makes it difficult for blood circulation through the body because of muscle tension and restricted breathing due to poor posture — all of which leads to neck pain!

While many of us do experience neck pain from time to time, most neck pain will subside on its own within a few days or weeks.

While many of us do experience neck pain from time to time, most neck pain will subside on its own within a few days or weeks. You may find that your neck pain is related to a sleeping position, injury, posture or perhaps even stress. In some cases, it could be a symptom of something more serious and you should see your doctor if the pain persists past six weeks.

In most instances, chiropractic adjustments can help address the underlying cause of your neck pain and restore normal function in your spine so you can resume regular activities without fear of re-injury. If you experience chronic neck pain that does not improve with simple self-care techniques such as massage and stretching (which are recommended as part of an overall healthy lifestyle), then working with a trained professional who specializes in spinal manipulation is essential for improving the quality of life for those affected by this common ailment.

Chiropractic manipulations when done correctly, is a safe form of treatment some forms of neck pain. However, certain causes of neck pain may not be treatable via manipulations. It is important to discuss all of you symptoms before treatment.

Neck pain can be caused by many different things. Poor posture and muscle strain are two of the most common causes, as well as bulging (herniated) discs or herniated discs.

If your neck pain persists for longer than three weeks or is accompanied by sharp shooting pains down one or both arms, tingling in the fingers and/or dizziness, it is important to seek professional medical help right away. Chiropractic manipulations when done correctly, is a safe form of treatment some forms of neck pain. However, certain causes of neck pain may not be treatable via manipulations. It is important to discuss all of you symptoms before treatment.

Risks associated with “tech neck” include bulging discs and herniated discs, chronic headaches and nerve damage.

It is important to be aware of the risks of “tech neck,” which include bulging discs and herniated discs, chronic headaches and nerve damage. Neck and midback pain are common complaints in everyday life, but prolonged computer use can make these problems worse. The muscles that support the head become fatigued over time, resulting in poor posture that strains the neck muscles. Over time this may lead to muscle spasms or even tears in certain cases.

There are several ways to prevent tech neck: adjusting your chair height so you don’t have to lean forward while working on a computer; taking breaks from looking at a screen every 30 minutes; getting regular massages; sleeping with a pillow between your legs (this will help align your spine); avoiding sleeping on your stomach if possible; stretching regularly throughout the day (especially after sitting for long periods).

Always practice good posture when using electronic devices. Poor posture for long periods of time may lead to neck and midback pain.

• Always practice good posture when using electronic devices. Poor posture for long periods of time may lead to neck and midback pain.
• Avoid leaning forward or backward when using an electronic device.
• Avoid looking down at your device for long periods of time. This can cause you to develop a forward head carriage, which can lead to neck pain and headaches.
• Avoid holding your device in your hands for extended periods of time; instead, try placing it on a table or stand while typing on the keyboard or using voice commands if possible.

Conclusion

Neck pain can be debilitating, but it is also very common. While there are many possible causes of this condition, the most common one is poor posture while using electronic devices. In fact, researchers have found that 83% of all adults use these gadgets for at least an hour each day and often spend more time in front of them than even sleeping! This means that most people are spending far too much time with their necks bent forward or turned to one side. To see if chiropractic care can help you with your neck pain related to “tech neck” or a chiropractor in Cold Springs, KY 41076 or for a chiropractor in Florence, KY 41042 please contact Meade Chiropractic at 859–441–8181.

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