Tech Neck

 

Your smartphone or other device may be hurting your spine, muscles and joints. 📱

Here are some tips on how to avoid pain and injury from devices such as smartphones and tablets - commonly referred to as tech neck:

1️⃣ Take frequent breaks: Look up from your device to give your neck some relief from the added pressure and weight that looking down puts on your neck. ⌚

2️⃣ Sit up straight - It's important to maintain good posture and relieve your back and shoulders from the strain of being hunched over. 

3️⃣ Aim higher: Holding your device closer to eye level helps maintain a healthy posture. Give your arms and shoulders a break by propping up your device with a stand. 👀

4️⃣ Stretch - Avoid sitting in one position for too long. Move frequently and take breaks to stretch and walk around. 🚶‍♂️

5️⃣ Visit your Chiropractor - Chiropractors are spine, muscle and joint experts. They can provide advice, education and hands-on treatment to help relieve your tech neck pain. ✅

In Ontario, you can visit a chiropractor without a referral from a doctor, nurse practitioner or other health care professional. 👍

📞 519-662-4441

📲 www.nhwc.ca

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