After staring at a computer screen for hours at a time, the body often gives us a clue that it is stressed: nagging neck and back pain. To fix the problem, you might have gotten advice to focus on ...

Work stress is a key but often ignored trigger of back and neck pain in office-goers. Chronic stress causes muscle tension, ...

When back or neck pain strikes, every movement can seem like a challenge. Pain can show up suddenly—sometimes from a specific movement, but often without any dramatic cause. In fact, many cases are ...

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The human head weighs approximately 10-12 pounds when properly aligned over the spine. But as it tilts forward, the position most office workers adopt while focusing on screens, that weight ...

Stretches and exercises for neck pain can offer relief, but it’s important to assess your pain level first. Here’s a guide to help you determine whether at-home neck exercises are right for you. Share ...

In the present review on musculoskeletal disorders in computer work, a main inclusion criterion was that the disorders had to be documented by some sort of physical examination, and not solely based ...

Many things can contribute to neck pain: poor posture, sitting for hours on end and a lacking ergonomic work set-up can all lead to neck and back discomfort. One treatment that can help relieve pain ...

A chiropractor may help relieve your neck pain, but it’s essential to talk with a doctor about the possible risks and benefits. Like all types of pain, neck pain and stiffness can significantly affect ...