The Ugly Truth About Tech Neck (And How Chiropractors Fix It)

Let’s be honest — we’re all guilty of it.
Scrolling TikTok, checking emails, playing games, doomscrolling the news… heads tilted down, shoulders slouched, and hours disappearing in the blink of an eye.

And then it hits you. That stiff neck. That dull ache between the shoulders. That “why does my head feel like a bowling ball?” moment.

Yep. You’ve officially got Tech Neck.

What Exactly Is Tech Neck?

Tech Neck happens when you spend way too much time looking down at your phone, tablet, or laptop. Your head isn’t as light as you think — it weighs about 10–12 pounds. But tilt it forward just a little and it starts feeling more like 40–50 pounds of pressure pulling on your neck.

That’s like carrying a small child around all day… with your neck muscles. No wonder they’re screaming at you.

The result? Soreness, headaches, bad posture, and in some cases, long-term changes to the spine. Yikes.

The Ugly Truth (Parents, Listen Up)

It’s not just adults.
Kids and teens are dealing with Tech Neck too. With schoolwork online, endless gaming, and constant phone use, some kids already have the posture of someone twice their age.

Parents — if your child is constantly hunched over a screen, it’s not just “bad posture.” It could be setting them up for chronic pain down the road.

How Chiropractors Fix Tech Neck

Here’s the good news: Tech Neck is fixable.

Chiropractic adjustments for Tech Neck:

• Realigns the spine so your head sits where it belongs.
• Takes pressure off overworked muscles and nerves.
• Restores mobility so you can turn your head without feeling like a rusty robot.
• Reduces headaches caused by constant forward posture.

Think of it like hitting the reset button for your neck and shoulders.

What You Can Do at Home

Chiropractic adjustments are the game-changer, but here’s how you and your kids can help in between visits:

• Raise the screen: Bring devices up to eye level instead of looking down.
• Take breaks: 20 minutes on, 2 minutes off — stand up, stretch, move.
• Strengthen & stretch: Chin tucks, shoulder rolls, and chest openers can make a big difference.
• Parent trick: Remind your kids by saying “phones up, shoulders back.” (Trust me, they’ll roll their eyes, but it works.)

Don’t Ignore It

Here’s the ugly truth — Tech Neck doesn’t just “go away.” If left alone, it can turn into chronic neck pain, pinched nerves, and even long-term spinal changes.

The fix? Get checked by a chiropractor. The earlier you address it, the faster your neck — and your posture — bounce back.

Final Word

We live in a screen-driven world. Phones, laptops, tablets — they’re not going anywhere. But that doesn’t mean you (or your kids) have to suffer with Tech Neck.

A chiropractic plan for Tech Neck can get you back to feeling normal, standing tall, and yes… scrolling again (hopefully with better posture this time).

So if your neck is aching right now while reading this, take it as your sign. Put the phone down, stretch, and book that chiropractic appointment. Your future self will thank you, here’s your easy button 317.400.5853