Posts Tagged ‘forward head posture’
7 Causes of Neck Pain
September 9th, 2022 by Lauren
Understanding the cause of your neck pain can help you and your doctor treat it and potentially prevent it from recurring. However, there are many causes for neck pain. Here are a few. Overuse Injury An overuse injury is just as it sounds, a injury resulting from using something too much. In this case, neck […]
Spine Tips for Back to School
August 26th, 2022 by Lauren
In the spirit of back-to-school time, we’ve put together a list of tips to keep your spine healthy in the upcoming school season. Don’t overpack a backpack. Carrying a heavy backpack can cause back pain. Read more about backpacks and your back. Watch your posture during long reading or studying sessions. Sitting hunched over with […]
What Is an Overuse Injury? (With Examples)
July 8th, 2022 by Lauren
Spine conditions can have many causes. Some genetic or the result of natural aging. Others are caused by our actions and behaviors. This is the case with overuse injuries. What is an Overuse Injury? An overuse injury is a condition caused by a repetitive motion, action, or being in a position too long. Performing the […]
5 Spine Health Tips for Back to School
September 17th, 2021 by Lauren
It’s back to school time again. Whether back in person, virtually, or a combination, here are some pointers for keeping a healthy spine when school’s in session. Backpacks If you or your child is using a backpack to carry their books, there are some things you should keep in mind. If the backpack is heavy or […]
What Causes Neck Pain? Here are 5 Common Causes
March 13th, 2020 by Lauren
Anywhere from 20-70% of individuals will suffer from neck pain at some point in their lives. What causes neck pain? Here are some of the more common causes. Sleeping Position Can Cause Chronic Neck Pain It may sound strange to talk about your posture while you’re sleeping but it can be important. You spend nearly […]
Text Neck Syndrome: What You Need to Know
September 12th, 2018 by Lauren
Have you heard about text neck syndrome? It’s also been called “tech neck” and is sometimes referred to by doctors as forward head posture (FHP). Well, it’s not just caused by texting. It can affect people who spend a lot of time on mobile devices or computers. Here’s what you need to know about text […]
