Screentime: A Silent Threat to Your Spine

In today’s digital age, screens have become a key part of our lives. From smartphones and tablets to computers and televisions, we’re constantly bombarded with visual stimuli. While technology offers numerous benefits, excessive screen time can have detrimental effects on our health.

The increasing reliance on tablets and computers for schoolwork is raising concerns. Recent research suggests that excessive screen time can lead to a host of problems, from physical discomfort to mental health issues
One of the most immediate concerns is the effect on children’s spines. As kids hunch over their devices, they adopt a posture that puts immense strain on their necks, shoulders, and upper back. This can lead to chronic pain, headaches, and even long-term spinal problems. A study published in the journal Surgical Technology International (2018) found a direct correlation between increased screen time and neck pain.

It’s important to remember that children’s bodies are still developing, making them particularly susceptible to postural issues. Habits formed early in life can have lasting consequences, this is why it is important to get your child’s spine checked sooner than later. You would never wait until you child got a gum infection to check their oral health, right? Same goes for the health of their spine it’s no different. true health and healing start from the inside out, after all true health and healing start from the inside out.