Could Texting be the cause of your Neck Issues?

       

While texting, do you feel a knot in your back or a throbbing in your upper arms? The problem could lie in your thumbs. Because they're the strongest digits on your hands, your thumbs are anchored by two major strands of fascia. This tissue extends all the way up your arm and around your pectoral minor muscle to your rib cage -- meaning you have a formidable force pulling against your chest every time your thumbs are at work. If you always hunch over and allow that fascia to shrink and tighten, you're pitting your thumbs against your chest in a short-rope tug of war. So when you text keep your shoulders pulled back and use two simple stretches a couple of times a day to help undo any damage. 

Stretches for the "Smartphone Syndrome"

Stretch 1 Kneel a few inches from a corner of a wall with your body in straight line from head to knees. Put your hands about shoulder width apart and lean forward. When you feel the strain, hold for a 10 count, and then slide your hands back down again. Repeat again once more.

Stretch 2 Stand tall, with your feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent. Link your fingers behind your lower back so that your palms face up. Then, keeping the natural arch in your lower back, stretch your arms down toward your legs by pressing your shoulders toward the floor and squeezing your shoulder blades together. Repeat again once more.

If this is a problem for you please let me know and we can address it with certain myofascial adjustments and therapy. Call 919-462-0016 to make an appointment. 

Dr. Tri Myers

Omega Chiropractic Center

107 Edinburgh South Drive, Suite 141

Cary, NC  27511

919-462-0016

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