Reverse Tech Neck With Your Wheat Ridge Chiropractor
On average, you will likely spend 5 hours staring at your phone every single day, maybe even more, and with every minute you tilt your head forward, your neck takes the brunt of the pressure.
A mere tilt of your head forward by just 15 degrees adds about 27 pounds of pressure to your neck and a 60-degree tilt puts nearly 60 pounds of stress on your cervical spine.
This constant strain can lead to a serious condition we call Tech Neck or Text neck, and its effects are potentially permanent.
Dr. Al Simeone, your Denver chiropractor, is here to help you get a safe and natural treatment to reverse the effects of tech neck and to ensure that you not only feel better, but also prevent future flare-ups by following his treatment plans.
What Is Tech Neck? How Do I Know if I Have It?
When you tilt your head forward for prolonged periods, your neck’s muscle groups and connective tissues to the upper shoulders and back are forced to adapt to this misalignment. A pronounced hump can appear at the back of your neck that looks like Dowager’s hump.
Tech Neck is also known by many names including forward head posture, anterior head syndrome and smartphone spine. One thing is for certain neck pain is not something to be taken lightly. Children and teenagers are particularly more vulnerable to long term effects since their cervical spine and nervous systems are still developing.
Common symptoms include:
Headaches: The tension in the muscles at the base of your skull can trigger tension headaches, often felt around the back of the head or temples.
Shoulder Tension: The upper trapezius and levator scapulae muscles, responsible for stabilizing the neck and shoulders, are overworked, leading to shoulder tension and even muscle spasms.
Radiating Pain or Numbness: In worse cases the cervical spine can pinch nerves that results in pain or numbness radiating down your arms and hands, a sensation similar to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Stiffness: Turning your head to look forwards or just moving your head in general becomes more difficult with neck stiffness, this also leads to a reduced range of motion.
Tech Neck Lines: Prolonged screen use can also cause deep horizontal wrinkles on the neck, giving it a sagging appearance due to the lack of movement while looking down or forward.
Effective Treatments for Tech Neck
Chiropractic Care
When your head shifts forward from Tech Neck, a precise and gentle adjustment to the bones in your neck can help realign the cervical spine. This not only improves your posture but also restores its natural curve, bringing it back to normal.
Shockwave Therapy
Acoustic waves help break down scar tissue and calcified deposits caused by Tech Neck, allowing normal blood circulation and waste removal to resume. This makes it an excellent option for relieving pain and supporting long-term neck muscle recovery.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Working together with chiropractic adjustment, we use the Rapid Release™ Pro 3+ to break up scar tissue, ease muscle tension at the overworked muscles in your neck, shoulders, and upper back, helping them relax and release any tension.
Therapeutic Exercises
By strengthening your neck, shoulder and upper back muscles, you’ll improve your posture and help prevent tech neck altogether. Dr. Al Simeone will guide you through specific exercises and stretches that keep your neck flexible and relieve any tension that builds up from hours of screen time.
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FAQs About Tech Neck
What is Tech Neck?
Tech Neck is neck pain caused by prolonged screen use. It happens when you tilt your head forward for extended periods, which strains the neck muscles, spine, and tissues.
Can Tech Neck Affect My Posture Permanently?
Yes, if untreated, Tech Neck can lead to permanent posture issues such as a hump on the base of your neck and chronic neck pain. Early treatment is key to preventing long-term damage.
How Does Chiropractic Care Help With Tech Neck?
Chiropractic care realigns the cervical spine, improving posture, reducing muscle tension, and relieving pain caused by Tech Neck.
Is Tech Neck Only Caused by Phone Use?
No, Tech Neck can also result from long hours spent on laptops, books, or other devices, combined with poor posture and repetitive movements.
Can Children Get Tech Neck?
Yes, children are vulnerable to Tech Neck due to increased screen time and the fact that their cervical spine is still developing.
What Is the Best Way to Prevent Tech Neck?
Prevention includes good posture, regular breaks, ergonomic setups, and neck-strengthening exercises to reduce strain on the neck.
If you’re fed up with the discomfort and stiffness brought by Tech Neck, you don’t have to endure it any longer. Dr. Al Simeone is here to address the underlying causes and create a treatment plan that works.
Don’t let poor posture and neck pain hold you back—take the first step toward lasting relief today.
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