Text Neck

If you're like most people, you spend a lot of time looking down at your phone or other smart devices. While there are many benefits to this technology-based engagement, it can also be damaging to your health. One common issue that arises from too much screen time is text neck, a condition that we often treat at our Chiropractic Partners offices in Raleigh, Wake Forest, Garner, Clayton, Fuquay Varina, Cary, and Durham, NC.

What Is Text Neck?

Text neck is a condition that occurs when you spend too much time holding your head in an awkward position while staring at screens. The term was first coined in 2011 by Dr. Kenneth Hansraj, an orthopedic surgeon based in New York City. Dr. Hansraj's research found that when people look down at their devices, the neck muscles are strained to a point where they can cause long-term damage.

Symptoms of Text Neck

If you're experiencing any of the following symptoms, you may be suffering from text neck:

Neck Pain

Neck pain is the most common symptom of text neck. It can be caused by several factors, including neck strain, tension headaches, and pinched nerves.

Headaches

Headaches are another common symptom of text neck. They can be caused by neck strain, tension headaches, and eye fatigue.

Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is caused by neck strain, tension headaches, and rotator cuff injuries.

Dizziness

Dizziness is another common symptom of text neck caused by neck strain, tension headaches, and inner ear problems.

Neck Stiffness

Neck stiffness is a text neck symptom caused by neck strain, tension headaches, and neck inflammation.

Chiropractic Care for Text Neck

If you're experiencing any symptoms of text neck, there are a few chiropractic techniques that can help relieve your pain and tension:

Spinal Adjustments

Spinal adjustments help to realign the spine. These adjustments help with neck pain relief and other symptoms of text neck.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is a chiropractic technique that helps relieve neck pain, tension headaches, and other symptoms of text neck. It can also help to improve blood circulation and reduce inflammation.

Neck Exercises

Neck exercises can help to strengthen the neck muscles and provide natural tension relief.

Visit Us for Natural Text Neck Relief

If you're experiencing any text neck symptoms, call us to book an appointment with any of our chiropractors today!  At Chiropractic Partners, we can help relieve the pain and tension you're experiencing and help you get back to feeling your best. Contact us today to schedule an appointment, we also offer a FREE consultation.  Thank you for supporting Chiropractic Partners!