{"id":279,"date":"2021-02-27T17:39:50","date_gmt":"2021-02-27T12:09:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chiropractormag.com\/?p=279"},"modified":"2023-03-31T19:34:38","modified_gmt":"2023-03-31T14:04:38","slug":"text-neck-syndrome-causes-symptoms-effects-cure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chiropractormag.com\/blog\/text-neck-syndrome-causes-symptoms-effects-cure\/","title":{"rendered":"Text Neck Syndrome – Causes, Symptoms, Effects & Cure"},"content":{"rendered":"

There is a reason why your backbone is called by that name. Every portion of your spine is designed in a way that supports your entire body’s functioning. Each curve of your spine has its own importance. If there happens any misalignment in the discs of your spine, there occur several physical and psychological issues in your body. Text Neck Syndrome is one of the many problems that are related to your posture.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, what is this Text Neck Syndrome? How do we get to know if we are suffering from this? How does it affect us? And the most important, how to treat it? So many questions might pop up in your mind. Well, Well, Well! We have all the answers and are privileged to help you learn everything about this Syndrome.<\/span><\/p>\n

From kids to elders, almost every second human is seen using smartphones, laptops, and computers for studying, working, or for self-entertainment. But have you ever thought about whether your smartphones have actually made you and your life smart or not? Technological advancements have made your life easier and faster but have also added up to your health problems. Text Neck Syndrome is also the result of using mobile phones and other hand-lifted devices that affect your neck posture causing you discomfort.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What’s Turtle Neck Syndrome?<\/h2>\n

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U.S. chiropractor Dr D.L. Fishman has coined the term Text Neck Syndrome, Which is also known as an anterior head syndrome or Turtle Neck Posture. Reports tell us that 62.3% of users suffer from pain in the neck and shoulder region. We will refer to it as the ‘Pain of Technology” as it evolves with the overuse of technology. Now let us learn about the symptoms and causes.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Text Neck Syndrome Symptoms<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Your body starts giving you signals when a problem is about to happen. Thus, you need to be watchful of the changes in your body, for example, prolonged static postures could be turning painful. Symptoms may vary from person to person, so we are giving you a brief about the several symptoms that your body might show.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Acute pain\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In most of the cases reported, the patient complains about pain in the neck with a slight stiffness. A patient might also observe headaches and heaviness in the eyes along with it.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. FHP<\/strong><\/h3>\n

FHP here stands for Forwarding Head Posture. Head forward is a condition where the patient starts feeling a bend and burden on his neck.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Vertigo<\/strong><\/h3>\n

At times a person starts feeling a bit dizzy. There are several reasons behind dizziness, but in some cases, the dizzy feeling might be an indication of severe Turtle Neck Syndrome.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Muscle Spasm<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There starts occurring numbness and muscle spasms accompanied by tingling in your shoulder<\/a> and neck. This could also indicate muscle weakness.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What Causes It?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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To every problem, there is a solution, and in the same way, there stands a cause for each problem. Half your problem gets solved once you are aware of the reasons behind it. So, let us get a quick read and learn about the causes of Text Neck Syndrome.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Technical Addiction<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Approximately nine out of ten people are highly addicted to technology. People use their mobile phones for as long as they can. Then there are other people who are bound to work on laptops and computers for extended durations. And your neck is most likely to get affected in this process as it is not positioned properly in the required posture.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Biomechanical Reasons<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Several forces work together on your neck, causing a dis-ease in your bones and muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n