tech neck
noun
neck pain caused by hunching over one’s phone or computer
What does tech neck mean?
Tech neck refers to pain, stiffness, or discomfort felt in one’s neck that is caused by hunching while working at a computer, or looking down at one’s smartphone.
Examples of tech neck
I’ve got a severe case of the tech neck (always in pain and it cracks when I move), what are some beginner yoga techniques I can use for this? Can anyone recommend any videos? Thank you.
—@Ok-Professional3810, Reddit, 26 Sept. 2024
When so much of modern living forces us to peer down at a screen, there’s a lot to be said for a cookbook. It won’t blast you with blue light or exacerbate your tech neck; it won’t inundate you with notifications or unskippable ads.
—Thanks to office chairs, long commutes, slouching phone usage, overly-enthusiastic gym time, and too-heavy backpacks, tote bags, and grocery hauls, everyone in this modern world probably needs a massage. While a masseuse is ideal, the Theragun Pro Plus, $599, is the next best option. Treat sore muscles, tight backs, and tech neck at home while watching TV and thinking about what you’ve done.
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Where does tech neck come from?
It comes from what you’re doing right now—go outside and touch grass already! All kidding aside, it comes from technology + neck, and it’s been around for some time:
Therapies to treat workplace woes such as a sore thumb from tapping on a hand-held computer, the aches of “tech neck” from typing on a laptop or even skin irritation from chatting on a cellphone are the latest rage to hit high-end spas, where the weary can seek relief at the end of an arduous workday.
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How is tech neck used?
Tech neck is a non-technical term for this type of neck pain, but it has been recognized and used by major health organizations.
Bending your head forward at a 45-degree angle to look at a cellphone or tablet can dramatically increase your chances of having a “tech neck.” … Your neck and upper back muscles feel the same pressure from the weight of your head when spending extended time looking down at electronic devices. As a result, “tech neck” is becoming a more common issue for people in businesses, schools and industry.
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