The phone, the laptop, the desktop, the phone again.
How to break the cycle of screen-driven neck pain
There are many different therapies out there, and there are some highly skilled therapists within each profession. It comes down to a matter of preference and finding a therapist that works for you. Having said that, we believe in osteopathy and here are some reasons why we think our profession is awesome
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Using an electronic device and smart phones can put a lot of pressure on your neck and spine. The further you look downwards, the more force is placed on the neck joints, discs and muscles.
Dr. Julie Peipers say “Unfortunately we are seeing more children suffering from neck pain and headaches as a result of their bad posture while playing on their phones, laptops and iPads”.
So what can we do about this?
There are many different therapies out there, and there are some highly skilled therapists within each profession. It comes down to a matter of preference and finding a therapist that works for you. Having said that, we believe in osteopathy and here are some reasons why we think our profession is awesome
Rachel enjoys treating a wide range of complex conditions and patients. Her approach and style includes a well-rounded mix of hands-on techniques, in combination with education, exercise programming, breathing retraining and pain management advice. Her treatment of musicians and love of biomechanics of the body led her to take a particular interest in the treatment of dysfunctional breathing patterns.
