eSports & Gaming - How to Help Neck & Upper Back Pain00Have you heard of 'Tech Neck'? Do you experience neck pain or upper back pain after hours of gaming? If so, try this 2 week program NOW!
The upper back consists of your cervical and thoracic spine. The cervical spine is an area of your vertebral column commonly referred to as your neck. The cervical spine consists of 7 vertebrae that begin at the base of the skull continue to your upper back. Between each vertebrae are vertebral discs that absorb shock between the bones. There are also ligaments and muscles surrounding your cervical spine that support your head & allow for range of motion.
The thoracic spine is an area of your vertebral column commonly referred to as your mid back. The thoracic spine consists of 12 vertebrae that begin at the base of the neck and continue to your mid back. Between each vertebrae are vertebral discs that absorb shock between the bones. There are also ligaments and muscles surrounding your thoracic spine that support your mid back & help with your posture.
[Mechanism of Injury + Affected Tissues]
With strong postural muscles and a “good” head posture the stress on your neck or upper back is minimized because your posture is better and the head’s weight is “naturally” balanced on the spine
Forward head posture (poor head posture) occurs when the heads slants forward – position of the head is in front of the midline of the body. Poor mid back posture/ weakness may cause an increase in curvature of your mid back, possibly causing an increase in forward head posture. Basically forward head posture is when the head is placed further in front of the shoulders rather than directly in line. Imagine this posture, then add in looking down at your monitor, tablet, laptop, or gaming screen… that’s tech neck. The more prolonged this poor posture occurs the more likely that neck pain, mid back pain, muscle strain and or stiffness may begin
[Treatment]
While there are many different types & causes of neck pain, the underlying principles of treatment are pretty much the same. You want to avoid movements that are painful, while encouraging those that are not. Don’t stop moving, just move more intelligently.
Like low back pain, neck pain can come from a variety of sources. In this series we’ve focused on the most common type of neck pain our practice sees: tech neck. This is a semi-affectionate term for neck pain that is predominantly related to sitting and working at a desk 5 days a week.
Typically, people experience symptoms at the base of the neck on either side, which can refer further down the back of the shoulder. It’s not uncommon to also have pain at the top of the neck near the base of the skull. This is fairly common for people who work on laptops and frequently crane their neck to push their head forward closer to their screen.
Whatever the cause of your neck pain, it’s important to improve your desk hygiene and build a routine that will help you manage your body pain and position throughout the day to avoid tech neck.
[Healing Timeline]
In most cases neck pain is not a serious condition and can be relieved within a few days with exercises. But in some cases, neck pain can be very serious, which if untreated can lead to chronic pain. If you have neck pain that continues for more than a week or 2, if its severe pain, or if it causes radicular nerve pain please seek medical attention immediately.
[Stats]
Neck pain ranks in the top 5 disorders in the USA
10-20% of people in the USA report incidents of neck pain
Studies show that neck pain may impact your physical, social & mental well-being
Common causes of neck pain include: muscle sprains & strains, disc herniation, osteoarthritis (OA may be present in up to 50% of all neck pain cases in individuals over 50 years old) , and/ or DDD or degenerative disc disease
Factors that may influence neck pain include: physical activity – repetitive movements causing straining, ergonomics – think… work desk and travel ergonomics
Neck pain has been linked to conditions such as heart illnesses & cancers – including lung cancer that has spread to shoulders, neck & lower back
*This does not constitute medical advice. If you have pain or injury please consult a medical profession in person
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Have you heard of 'Tech Neck'? Do you experience neck pain or upper back pain after hours of gaming? If so, try this 2 week program NOW!
With strong postural muscles and a “good” head posture the stress on your neck or upper back is minimized because your posture is better and the head’s weight is “naturally” balanced on the spine
Forward head posture (poor head posture) occurs when the heads slants forward – position of the head is in front of the midline of the body. Poor mid back posture/ weakness may cause an increase in curvature of your mid back, possibly causing an increase in forward head posture. Basically forward head posture is when the head is placed further in front of the shoulders rather than directly in line. Imagine this posture, then add in looking down at your monitor, tablet, laptop, or gaming screen… that’s tech neck. The more prolonged this poor posture occurs the more likely that neck pain, mid back pain, muscle strain and or stiffness may begin
*This does not constitute medical advice. If you have pain or injury please consult a medical profession in person*
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Bespoke is fast becoming the the go to bi-costal physical therapy destination for the rehabilitative and performance needs of athletes and discerning individuals. Experience is in the details so every moment at Bespoke is considered. Your Treatments are personal, created for you and your body to perform at your best. We believe in empowering our community to move better, feel their best and live life without limits.
What is Bespoke Treatments? REFINING THE PHYSICAL THERAPY EXPERIENCE
At Bespoke Treatments we are changing the way people think about and experience physical therapy & performance training. Bespoke’s treatment concept is hand crafted, personal and tailored to stand apart from existing models. Generic treatment protocols, crowded appointments and impersonal attention are out; engaging, personalized and results oriented treatments are in.
Bespoke is fast becoming the the go to bi-costal physical therapy destination for the rehabilitative and performance needs of athletes and discerning individuals. Experience is in the details so every moment at Bespoke is considered. Your Treatments are personal, created for you and your body to perform at your best. We believe in empowering our community to move better, feel their best and live life without limits.
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