KFYR Spotlight: Tech Neck
What is Tech Neck?
Tech neck, or digital neck syndrome, occurs when you spend excessive time looking down at your devices. The natural curve of your neck becomes misaligned due to the forward head posture, often resulting in a variety of symptoms like:
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Neck and shoulder pain
Tension headaches
Reduced mobility
Upper back stiffness
Pain between the shoulder blades
These symptoms can start as mild discomfort but, over time, can lead to more serious musculoskeletal problems.
How Can Chiropractic Care Help?
Chiropractors are experts in spinal health and can offer various treatments to help alleviate the discomfort caused by tech neck. Here's how chiropractic care can benefit you:
Posture Correction Chiropractic adjustments are designed to realign the spine and help correct poor posture. Regular adjustments can help restore the natural curve of your neck and ensure proper spinal alignment, which reduces the strain caused by tech neck.
Pain Relief Chiropractic care focuses on relieving muscle tension and stiffness in the neck and shoulders. Through spinal adjustments, soft tissue work, and stretches, chiropractors can alleviate the pain associated with tech neck.
Increased Mobility One of the effects of tech neck is reduced neck mobility. Chiropractors can use specific techniques to improve range of motion in the neck and shoulders, helping you regain flexibility and reduce stiffness.
Preventative Care By seeing a chiropractor regularly, you can prevent tech neck from worsening over time. Early intervention is key to maintaining good spinal health and preventing long-term damage to your neck and back.