3 Steps to Relieve Tech Neck Pain

How often do you suffer from neck pain? What about pain between your shoulder blades? If you cannot seem to eliminate pain in these areas, there is a chance you are suffering from tech neck. The sooner you discuss the problem with a chiropractor at Duben Holistic Chiropractic Center in Westlake Village, CA, the sooner you can learn to work and play without unnecessary pain.

What Causes Tech Neck? 

Tech neck is the result of tipping your head forward while working on a computer, smartphone, or other devices. The further your neck bends forward, the more weight is transferred to the back of your neck. Your neck muscles must contract to hold your head up, and they get tired after hours of use. Neck pain is the natural result of consistent muscle overuse.

Symptoms of Tech Neck

• Headaches
• Neck pain
• Pain between shoulder blades
• Neck stiffness
• Neck spasms

3 Steps to Treat Neck Pain and Stiffness from Technology Use 

1. See your chiropractor. Untreated tech neck can lead to tight muscles that strain discs in the spine. A chiropractic adjustment is the best way to treat neck pain and headaches that you are already experiencing while preventing inflammation and protecting the spine from long-term damage.

2. Pay attention to the position of your head and neck when using electronic devices. When seated, use a chair that allows you to relax in a slightly reclined position with the computer directly in front of your eyes. When using a mobile device, keep your back and neck straight with the device held up high.

3. Do not spend long periods staring at electronic devices. Get up at least a couple of times every hour to move around. Get your blood flowing while relaxing your neck and shoulders. Reducing the number of hours that you spend on electronic devices each day, in general, will help, but you also need frequent breaks.

Call Duben Holistic Chiropractic Center Today!

Duben Holistic Chiropractic Center is proud to serve as a leading provider of chiropractic care for tech neck pain in Westlake Village, CA. Contact us at (805) 494-1339 to schedule an appointment.