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With the start of the school year, daily routines accelerate, and children, adolescents, as well as adults spend increasingly more time in front of screens: phones, tablets, laptops. These tools, despite ourselves, are now integrated into our daily lives, whether for studying, work, leisure, communication, or even family management. However, this habit is leading to a growing phenomenon: \u00a0the text neck.<\/p>

This postural issue, often responsible for neck pain, cervical stiffness, or chronic tension, deserves our full attention. In this article, discover what text neck is, why it is particularly concerning, and how chiropractic care can play a crucial role in preventing and relieving these pains.<\/p>

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What is Text Neck?<\/strong><\/h2>

Text neck refers to pain and tension caused by prolonged posture with the head tilted forward, often during the use of electronic devices.<\/p>

When properly aligned with the spine, an adult’s head weighs on average between 12 and 14 pounds. A 10-year-old child’s head, depending on their growth, can weigh about 7 to 9 pounds. However, when the head is tilted forward at an angle of 30 to 60 degrees to look at a phone, the load on the neck increases significantly. In adults, this pressure can reach up to 60 pounds\u2014equivalent to the weight of a 7-year-old child balanced on your shoulders.<\/p>

In children, although the head weighs less, the fragility of the cervical spine makes text neck especially concerning, particularly when it is repeated or prolonged.<\/p>

Why Does Back-to-School Increase the Risk of Text Neck?<\/strong><\/h2>

The back-to-school period marks the return to a routine where youth spend long hours sitting, often in front of a screen. Whether doing homework on a tablet, attending online classes, or relaxing on social media, children and adolescents adopt postures that excessively strain the neck and back, thereby promoting the development of text neck.<\/p>

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Prolonged use of these devices, combined with sometimes poorly suited furniture, creates an environment conducive to muscle tension and postural imbalances.<\/p>

At this key time of the year, parents play a vital role in establishing good postural habits within the family routine to prevent discomfort related to text neck. In short, back to school not only brings a heavier backpack but also an invisible burden for the cervical region.<\/strong><\/p>

Possible Consequences of Text Neck<\/strong><\/h2>

When the habit of tilting the head forward becomes routine, it exerts excessive pressure on the neck and shoulders. This overload can lead to:<\/p>