You might not think that your smartphone has a big impact on your health, but the overuse of phones and other technology can lead to text neck. This is a painful new-age condition that involves straining your neck by holding your head at an awkward angle. Text neck is becoming increasingly common, especially among young people. At The Wellness Center in Portland, here are a few of the questions we're asked most frequently about text neck.
What Causes Text Neck?
Text neck occurs when you tilt your head forward for too long to look down at your phone or another object in front of you.
Does Text Neck Affect Only the Neck?
Text neck most frequently causes neck pain, but that's not the only symptom. You might also feel pain in your upper back and shoulders, or you might find yourself getting more headaches than usual.
How Can I Avoid Developing Neck Pain from Texting?
You aren't doomed to develop text neck if you have a smartphone. The key is to pay attention to your posture. Lift your phone higher when you use it, so you aren't hunched over it with your neck bent. If you need to use a phone or computer for extended periods of time, take a break to stretch every 30 minutes.
What's the Best Way to Treat Text Neck?
Lifestyle adjustments can help you recover from mild cases of text neck. If your pain is chronic or severe, a chiropractor can help improve your alignment so you can heal from stress injuries in your neck.
Our Portland and Beaverton Chiropractors Can Help You Solve Your Neck Pain
If you're suffering from text neck in Portland or Beaverton, we can help. Call The Wellness Center today at 503-389-5545 to make an appointment with one of our caring and experienced doctors, and before you know it, your neck pain will be a thing of the past.