What Is Text Neck In Kids?
You may not have heard the term text neck yet, which is a new term for an old problem. People have always suffered from what we now call text neck, however, it used to be relatively rare. As technology has come to be such a huge part of our daily lives, the problem is becoming more and more common—especially in children.
The term text neck refers to pain that comes from looking down at smartphones, video games, and other technology devices. This is happening to children more and more often and at younger ages these days. When children get text neck, it is especially concerning because their young bodies and bones are still developing.
Signs and Symptoms of Text Neck
Is your child suffering from text neck? If so, your child may be complaining of pain in the neck, upper back, and shoulders. Many children also experience a stiff neck and shoulders, or experience decreased range of motion in the neck.
Tech neck also causes eye strain, and chronic headaches and some children may experience numbness or tingling in their upper arms.
Children with a sedentary lifestyle who become glued to their technological gadgets for hours at a time are more likely to suffer from tech neck. The musculoskeletal imbalances that occur from extending the head and exerting stress on the upper cervical spine can lead to more serious health conditions, such as herniated discs and migraines.
Avoiding Text Neck
Text neck can be avoided by making sure your children prop devices up at eye level for improved posture, encouraging them to take breaks from devices periodically, and ensuring they get in some physical activity each day. Regular checkups with a chiropractor specializing in the upper cervical spine can also help.
Text Neck and the Upper Cervical Spine
The upper cervical spine consists of the seven uppermost vertebrae that run through the neck from the base of the skull. They are responsible for the mobility of the head and holding up the weight of the head. Poor posture can cause the vertebrae to become misaligned, leading to all kinds of pains and health problems. Ensuring the upper cervical spine is kept in proper alignment throughout childhood is a great preventative measure to help promote proper development and good health.
How We Treat Text Neck In Kids
Dr. Noah Kaplan is among Northern California’s most elite chiropractors, specializing in the treatment of the upper cervical spine. He is a Board Certified member of the Blair Chiropractic Society. The Blair Chiropractic Technique is a modern method of treating the upper cervical spine using gentle pressure; it is much less frightening to children than traditional neck twists and pops associated with traditional chiropractic methods.
Dr. Kaplan is the owner of Advance Upper Cervical Chiropractic in Walnut Creek, and he is the only office in the East Bay area utilizing advanced 3D diagnostic imaging technology to take out all the guesswork. This revolutionary diagnostic tool measures and calculates spinal misalignments with precision to ensure corrections are exact and swift.
If you’re worried your child may have or is in danger of developing text neck syndrome, get in touch with Dr. Kaplan to discuss your child’s health. The doctor services Pleasant Hill, Concord, Lafayette, Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton, and Livermore.
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