03/29/2020
Neck Pain? We’re here to help!
Let’s face it. We’ve all been stuck at home and many of us have been putting a lot of hours in at the laptop trying to work from home. On top of that, we have less opportunity to move with gyms being closed.
While there is no such thing as perfect posture, being in one position for a long time will eventually cause pain.
With the ⬆️ in working from home, many will be setting themselves up with workspaces that aren’t doing your neck any favors!
Picture 1 ❌: Not a great position for the head and neck. His head is far out in front of his shoulders, he is looking down towards his computer screen, and his legs are not planted on the floor. In this position, the muscles in the back of his neck are working hard to hold his head up. With his feet being off of the floor, he does not have a strong base of support. If he stays in this position(which most people do) for a long time, he will most likely develop a feeling of stiffness and pain in his neck.
Picture 2 ✅: This is a much better position for his neck. The desk has been rearranged so that the computer screen is higher. This lets him get his work done, while keeping his neck and shoulders in more of a straight line, reducing the tension on the muscles in the back of his neck. Add to this that he has placed his feet on the floor, which creates a much more stable base. This position will allow him to work for longer without neck pain and stiffness.
⚠️Pay attention to your work station set up and move often throughout your day to ward off neck pain!⚠️
As always, we are here to help with any questions you have about neck pain, workstation set up, or finding some fun ways to get moving while you’re stuck at home!
@ Rye, New York
