Tech Neck - Spinal Health Week 2025

Heads Up on Tech Neck

From Your Holistic Chiropractors at Nomad Chiropractic in Mosman

What Is Tech Neck?

Tech neck (also called “text neck” or Tension Neck Syndrome) is becoming one of the most common posture-related problems we see—not just in students, but in adults, kids, and teens alike. It happens when we spend extended periods with our heads tilted forward while using phones, tablets, laptops, or gaming consoles.

Over time, this poor posture can:

• Strain the neck and shoulders

• Cause persistent headaches

• Contribute to upper back pain

• Disrupt the natural curves of the spine

• Lead to long-term degeneration or spinal wear

Who's at Risk?

Everyone. If you:

• Work at a desk or from home

• Scroll your phone in bed

• Game, stream or study on your laptop

• Use screens for leisure or school…

…then tech neck could already be affecting you or your family. At Nomad Chiropractic, we’ve seen it in kids as young as six.

Why It Matters

Untreated tech neck can impact focus, mood, physical activity, and even sleep. In children and teens, it can affect development and lead to long-term spinal issues. In adults, it can reduce mobility, increase daily pain, and contribute to mental and emotional fatigue.

And despite the discomfort, most people don’t seek help—especially students and parents, who often think it’ll pass on its own. But the earlier we address it, the easier it is to resolve.

How We Help at Nomad Chiropractic

We take a whole-person approach to correcting tech neck:

• Gentle, effective adjustments to restore spinal alignment

• Soft tissue therapies to release tension

• Dry Needling

• Movement and rehab exercises to support lasting change

• Posture coaching for school, work, and home

• Lifestyle tips for screen habits that actually work

Our care is medication-free, non-invasive, and tailored to your life and your body.

For Parents & Students

Tech neck starts early. Many kids now spend hours a day on screens for school, fun, or both. Without help, this can change how their spine grows—and affect everything from confidence to sleep quality.

At Nomad Chiropractic we work with families to:

• Support screen-time balance

• Teach kids how to hold their devices right

• Encourage regular breaks and stretches

• Build habits that grow strong, aligned spines

Let’s make spinal health a natural part of growing up.

10 Tips to Protect Your Spine
(for All Ages)

1. Sit tall – Shoulders relaxed, feet flat, head up.

2. Hold screens at eye level – Don’t crane your neck downward.

3. Limit screen time, especially for kids and during leisure hours.

4. Use both hands – Alternate when texting or scrolling.

5. Avoid walking and scrolling – Be present and upright.

6. Stretch regularly – Neck rolls, shoulder shrugs, spinal twists.

7. Set up your space – Screen at eye level, chair supportive.

8. Get moving – Daily activity supports spine and mental health.

9. Model healthy posture – Kids mimic what they see.

10. Book a spinal check – Prevention is better than correction.

It’s Never Too Late to Stand Tall Again

Whether you're a student with study strain, a parent feeling the load of work and parenting, or just noticing more neck tension than you’d like—chiropractic can help.

🌀 Realign.
🧠 Reset.
💪 Rebuild.

Book your visit with us at Nomad Chiropractic in Mosman and let’s support your spine, naturally.

📍 www.nomadchiropractic.com.au
📞 0491 064 117
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Chiropractic healthcare offers a low-risk and effective approach to managing ‘tech neck.’ With over 100 years of experience in treating neck and back pain, chiropractors have a deep understanding of spinal health and the function of the nervous system.

If you’re tired of ‘tech neck’ bringing you down, chiropractic care can help!

We at Nomad Chiropractic are well-equipped to care for ‘tech neck’. Spinal Health Week is a great time to make an appointment with us to find out how we can alleviate ‘tech neck’ and associated pain in your life.