Text neck is becoming a serious problem in today’s world of technology. Some even feel it is becoming an epidemic. Approximately 2-4 hours of the day is spent looking at mobile devices. This means that a person’s head is bent forward looking down for long periods of time. Why is this such a problem?
It is vital to a person’s health to have a natural c-shaped curve to the neck. This begins to develop when a baby first starts lifting its head while laying on its stomach. This curve in the neck is a shock-absorber. If it does not function properly, the mechanisms of the neck are disabled. Loss of this curve is being observed on a regular basis due to mobile device use. Thus, the condition text neck leads to neck pain and other problems of the upper cervical vertebrae. One such problem is that communication to and from the brain and body are hindered, causing a variety of other health problems.
Coping with Text Neck
The first line of defense that people often turn to in order to alleviate neck pain is over-the-counter medication. A better option for those who are suffering from text neck is to lift the device to eye-level so that he is maintaining proper posture. If a person continues to have pain, it may be due to the fact that the damage to the neck is already done. What should he do now?
Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care Vital to Text Neck Sufferers
At NUCCA Wellness of Chicago, we focus on making sure patients have healthy, properly aligned spines. We begin by taking specialized x-rays of the upper neck. This helps us to see exactly where the problem lies. Once this has been discovered, we use a gentle procedure that does not involve popping, twisting, or forcing the spine into alignment. Rather, it is a scientifically based procedure that allows the body to do the work of realigning itself. This leads to long-lasting relief of text neck and other health problems as the body begins to heal itself. Communication between the brain and body are restored, and many patients report feeling better overall.
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Dr. Young Chung of NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago, with a location in Chicago and a 2nd location in Wheeling is an Upper Cervical Specialist trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA). His upper cervical clinic also serves Northbrook, Long Grove, Lincolnshire, Buffalo Grove and Vernon Hills. He is uniquely trained to correct problems in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). This vital area is intimately connected to the central nervous system and problems in this area have been shown to be an underlying cause of a variety of different health problems, including migraines and other headaches, whiplash injuries, post-concussion syndrome. This type of care has also shown benefits for athletic performance and pregnancy outcomes. More information can be found on our website at http://www.NUCCAwellnessChicago.com/