If you spend much of your working day sitting in front of a computer, you may be familiar with the feeling of a tight neck, aching shoulders or stiffness that gradually develops as the day goes on. Desk worker neck tension is common among people who spend long periods using computers, laptops and multiple screens. …
When you feel pain, you usually expect the source of the problem to be in the same place as the discomfort. But sometimes the body works in mysterious ways. Pain in one part of your body may actually be caused by an issue somewhere completely different. This is known as referred pain, and it’s far …
Do you ever find yourself rubbing your neck after a long day at work, wondering why it feels tight or sore? Or maybe you’ve noticed that your headaches seem to get worse after hours on your phone or computer. You’re not alone — and your posture may be the culprit. In today’s digital world, poor …
Do you wake up with neck pain? Can simple movements like turning your head cause you pain? In most cases a sore neck could be caused by your sleeping position, your pillow or other sleep issues. Consider your sleep position Sleeping at an awkward angle for a long period of time can stretch or stress …
ICE VS HEAT What is better for an injury or pain? Ice packs and heat pads are one of the common treatments used by Chiropractors. But we often have patients using the wrong treatment for their injury or pain. It can often be confusing if you should use ice or heat. We will be …
Regular neck stretch exercises will become a lifesaver over the next few months when you’re working from home. Sitting all day can increase risks for back pain, neck strains, poor posture, leg cramps, muscle tension & even boredom. You may feel these aches and pains sporadically throughout the day when working at a desk, and …
Text Neck is a term used to describe neck pain as a cause of looking down at your phone, tablet and other handheld devices frequently for long periods of time. Of course, the ‘bending of the neck’ posture to look down hasn’t just occurred in recent years with the rise of handheld devices, but the …
Many of us are becoming victims to the negative effects of prolonged sitting due to extensive working hours, meeting specific deadlines and increased computer use. The human body was designed to be vigorously active for hunting, gathering and native purposes. However, with the evolution of time and the movement from caves to offices, a large majority …
As the icy weather of winter starts to settle in, lazing around and staying indoors with a cup of coffee becomes a creature comfort. Whilst others prefer increasing levels of activity through exercise due to it’s ability to help blood flow during the colder months. With dropping temperatures, the body becomes stiff and may cause …
