The modern workplace has changed a lot over time, and especially over the last few years. But, one thing that has stayed the same is the fact that almost no matter what you do for your job, whether you’re a customer service representative or a professional movie editor, you’re going to be sitting at a desk working at a computer for long stretches of your day. Sitting at a computer all day can lead to spinal, neck, and shoulder issues if left unchecked. Poor posture can also result from sitting at a desk all day, which is commonly referred to as “tech neck.”
If you suffer from tension headaches, neck and shoulder pain, upper back stiffness, and fatigue, then you may be from desk job syndrome. Luckily, chiropractic care, as part of a broader holistic approach to wellness can help to dramatically improve your symptoms and help you start feeling better and more relaxed, even after a long day’s shift at the desk.
If you have any of your own stories or suggestions for dealing with “tech neck” please let us know in the comments down below!
Chiropractic Solutions for Tech Neck & Headaches
Chiropractic adjustments are all about helping adjust and align the bones in your spine, especially when it comes to your neck and shoulders. Regular chiropractic adjustments can help to relieve pressure, realign posture, and improve nerve function. Talk to your chiropractor specialist if you want them to focus on any specific areas on your upper back, shoulders, or neck to help alleviate tech neck and more.
Cervical spine and upper back adjustments specifically can help to set your spine in alignment and will help with any built up shoulder tension you may be experiencing.
At-Home and In-Office Posture Tips
If you’re in between chiropractic adjustment appointments, then you may want to consider doing some self-care to help you make it until your next adjustment, especially if you experience any acute flare ups.
- Set up your desk in a way that helps to promote better posture and skeletal support.
- Keep your monitor at eye level or close to it
- Your knees should be at a 90 degree angle and feet flat
- If you have access to a standing desk, that will help immensely
- Buy a wrist guard for when you are typing
- Incorporate daily stretching and purposeful movement
- Do simple neck and shoulder stretches daily
- Try chin tucks, shoulder rolls, and doorway stretches for opening up your chest muscles and back and neck
- Core Strengthening & Posture Awareness
- Your core is essential to better posture and neck strength
- Incorporate posture-positive exercises into your weekly routine like yoga and pilates.
For The Road
We hope you enjoyed learning about the benefits of regular chiropractic adjustments. If you would like to know more about this or anything else along these lines, we are happy to help. Just contact us and we can go over your options and help you find the best path for your health and nutrition goals. Schedule a consultation for any of our amazing services by reaching out to us here. We look forward to hearing from you.
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