Tech Neck Pain Relief

TECH NECK RELIEF. ⠀
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We're all guilty of bad posture while using modern technology these days, and we're paying the price by getting an achy neck, upper back, or shoulders.  ⠀
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If it's done repeatedly, there might even be a noticeable change that's causing unsightly forward head posture. ⠀
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What happens with constant leaning forward while using modern tech, is that we're contracting (or tightening) muscles and building tension. This tightness leads to everything being pulled forward in a fixed position. Also, it leads to issues like decreased flexibility and pain.⠀⠀
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So lets stop forward head posture in its tracks with 3 simple exercises that are going to focus on retracting (or bringing back) the head, neck, and shoulders into better alignment.⠀
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CHIN TUCK:⠀
Start with the chin parallel to the floor.⠀
Place finger on chin, then pull chin backwards⠀
Hold 3 to 5 seconds, relax, repeat up to 10 times. ⠀
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SHOULDER BLADE SQUEEZE:⠀
Shrug shoulders towards ears⠀
Bring shoulders backwards, squeezing the shoulder blades together⠀
Hold 10-15 seconds, relax, repeat 5 times.⠀
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CHEST/PEC STRETCH:⠀
Place forearms against the frame of the door.⠀
Gently lean into the door until a good stretch is felt in the chest.⠀
Hold for 30 seconds, relax, repeat 3 times. ⠀
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Don't forget to spread the good word! Questions or comments? Hit me up!⠀
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