4 tips to prevent Neck Pain
Neck pain can range from being minor and easily ignored to excruciating and interfering with daily activities, such as the ability to dress, concentrate, or sleep. Sometimes neck pain can lead to a stiff neck and reduced range of motion. Most commonly, neck pain occurs when one of the soft tissues in the area becomes strained or sprained from overuse or overextension.
This common cause of neck pain can be avoided with 4 simple tips:
Texting or looking down at your cell phone or mobile device for any length of time puts excessive strain on your neck. By bending your head down to a 45% angle to look at your phone you are putting a strain that is equivalent to about 20kgs. The neck is not equipped to handle this extra burden, and it often results in pain. This kind of neck pain is becoming increasingly common and has been termed ‘tech neck’.
When working at a desk, the monitor should be at eye level and your knees should be slightly lower than your hips. This is the ideal posture to prevent ‘tech neck’ while sitting at a desk. Make sure you are able to look at your monitor while sitting upright. Slouching is a big no-no. Your chair should provide sufficient lumbar support and be the correct height.
Sleeping on your back is the best position to let your entire spine rest comfortably. This allows the whole body to relax and reverts the body to its natural alignment. Additionally, it is also important to use a pillow that follows the natural curvature of your neck
Sleeping on your back is the best position to let your entire spine rest comfortably. This allows the whole body to relax and reverts the body to its natural alignment. Additionally, it is also important to use a pillow that follows the natural curvature of your neck
