How do i avoid text neck?!

Are you on your phone or computer all day? You're not alone. As the majority of us own a smartphone of some sort, we are all susceptible to suffering from text neck.

Practicing simple, small changes in your daily routine can help you to avoid the aches and pains that many of our tech savvy generation endure. 

Common symptoms of text neck include:

• Tight upper traps
• Sore neck
• Headaches

No wonder our heads feel like they weigh a ton!

Listed below are 4 simple practices that can make a HUGE difference in your neck and back pain. 

1. Bring your phone closer to your face. A minimal move of 10 degrees (bringing your head back upright) can alleviate approximately 10lbs of pressure! Make the conscious effort to bring your phone closer to your face so your neck doesn't have to work overtime.
2. Talk more instead of texting. Not only does talking on the phone take us away from the slouched position of texting, but it also helps us to make more genuine connections and build relationships. In a world of texting, set yourself apart with a simple phone call instead.
3. Keep the elbows tucked. Tucking your elbows to your sides means they cannot drop down or further out on the table anymore. Another bonus: your head ends up following, putting us into a better postural position. 
4. Perform quick, simple neck exercises. Chin Tucks are an excellent way to stretch the muscles in the back of your neck that get very tight after being on your phone or computer all day. Not only do they stretch the muscles on the back of the neck, they also strengthen the muscles in the front of the neck for a better overall result.