Neck Pain & “Tech Neck”

Why Your Neck Hurts — and How Gentle Spinal Adjustments Can Bring Relief

Neck pain is one of the most common problems Filipinos face today. Long hours on the phone, scrolling through social media, using laptops, or sitting in front of a computer can slowly strain your neck without you even noticing. Over time, this leads to what doctors call “Tech Neck” or “Turtle Neck” — a condition where your head leans forward, your posture collapses, and your neck muscles work overtime just to support the weight.

The result? Tightness, stiffness, headaches, and sharp neck pain that makes even simple movements uncomfortable.

Chiropractic care offers a natural, safe, and effective way to correct this problem at its root.

What Causes Tech Neck?

Your head is heavy — around 10 to 12 pounds. But when you tilt your head forward (for example, when looking down at your phone), the pressure on your neck can go up to 27 kg (60 pounds). That’s like carrying a bag of rice on your cervical spine.

Over time, this forward posture causes:

• Tight, overworked neck muscles

• Misaligned cervical vertebrae (the small bones in your neck)

• Compressed nerves leading to pain or tingling

• Reduced mobility — difficulty turning or looking up/down

• Headaches or migraines

This is why so many office workers, students, and even young adults in the Philippines struggle with chronic neck pain.

How Chiropractic Care Fixes Neck Pain

Chiropractors don’t just treat the pain — they correct the underlying misalignment.

When the bones in your neck shift out of place, they put pressure on nerves and create muscle tension. A chiropractic cervical adjustment gently moves these bones back into their proper position. This helps:

• Reduce nerve pressure that causes sharp or radiating pain

• Release muscle tension so your neck feels lighter and relaxed

• Improve blood flow to the head and surrounding areas

• Restore natural mobility so you can move without stiffness

• Improve posture by realigning the spine at the root

Many people feel immediate relief because the source of the pressure — the misalignment — is corrected.

Why Chiropractic Is Safe and Natural

Chiropractic care is:

• Drug-free — no painkillers needed

• Non-invasive — no injections or surgery

• Gentle and precise — adjustments are controlled and safe

• Suitable for all ages — from teens to seniors

Instead of masking the pain, chiropractic care helps your body heal and function the way it was designed to.

Signs You May Have Tech Neck

You might be dealing with Tech Neck if you experience:

• A heavy, tired feeling in your neck

• Pain that worsens after phone or computer use

• Stiffness when turning your head

• Headaches starting at the base of your skull

• Shoulder tightness or upper back strain

• Tingling in your arms or hands

If these symptoms sound familiar, chiropractic care can help restore balance and relieve the built-up pressure.

Get Relief and Restore Your Posture

You don’t have to live with neck pain or stiffness. With proper spinal alignment, your body can move freely again — without the constant pressure, tightness, or discomfort.

A chiropractic adjustment may be the first step to:

• Better posture

• Less pain

• Clearer head and improved focus

• Easier movement

• A healthier spine for the future

If you’re struggling with neck pain or Tech Neck, a visit to a qualified chiropractor can help you feel better naturally.

Ready to start your healing journey? Chiropractic care can bring relief and restore the comfort you deserve.