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Tech Neck
Sore neck? You might be experiencing Tech Neck – a modern-day musculoskeletal disorder caused by poor posture and prolonged use of digital devices.

Common symptoms include:
⚠️ Neck and shoulder pain
⚠️ Headaches or tension around the base of the skull
⚠️ Upper back stiffness
⚠️ Reduced mobility or flexibility
⚠️ Tingling in the arms or hands
⚠️ Poor posture or visible hunching

If this sounds familiar, it’s time to adjust your thinking.

TOP 10 TIPS FOR TECH NECK PREVENTION
Too much screen time can cause tech neck people all ages.

1. SIT WITH COMFORTABLE UPRIGHT POSTURE with shoulders relaxed and feet flat on the floor.

2. BE AWARE OF TIME SPENT USING TECHNOLOGY by monitoring device use and taking regular breaks.

3. STOP BENDING YOUR NECK to look down at a phone or tablet. Hold the device at eye level.

4. USE BOTH HANDS CONCURRENTLY or alternate between left and right when typing on a smartphone.

5. DON’T WALK LOOKING DOWN at a phone. Hold your head up straight and engage with the world.

6. TAKE REGULAR MOVEMENT BREAKS to look away from your device, move your neck from side to side and stretch every 10 minutes if using mobile devices, and every 30 minutes if using computers.

7. ENSURE COMPUTERS are ergonomically set up so the monitor is at eye level and arm’s length away.

8. USE AN ADJUSTABLE ergonomic office chair so the knees are slightly lower than the hips.

9. EXERCISE REGULARLY to maintain a healthy spine and overall health and wellbeing.

10. CONSULT AN ACA CHIROPRACTOR to limit and treat spinal health problems including tech neck

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We are closing on Monday 23rd December at 1pm
Tuesday 24th December – Closed
Wednesday 25th December – Closed
Thursday 26th December – Closed
Open Friday 27th December – 9.30am – 1pm with Dr Philip Drysdale
Saturday 28th December – Closed
Open Monday 30th December – 9.30am – 1pm with Dr Jeremy Nicks
Tuesday 31st December – Closed
Wednesday 1st January – Closed
Open Thursday 2nd January 9.30am – 1pm with Dr Jeremy Nicks
Open Friday 3rd January (Normal Clinic Hours)

We would like to wish all of our patients a safe and happy Christmas and look forward to seeing you in the New Year.

Is an exercise injury stopping you in your tracks? Maybe you’ve been practicing some bad habits lately, or want to keep a healthy back? This Spinal Health Week (24-30 May) we are asking our patients and community to Consider a Chiro for their back pain.

Back pain is one of the most burdensome physical conditions facing Australians and the prevalence of back pain in society is astonishing. The Institute of Health & Welfare estimates around 4 million Australians (16% of the population) have back problems.

With pain being the main symptom of most back problems, it is also estimated that 70-90% of people will suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives. This can also take a toll on your mental health, impacting your social relationships, ability to work and quality of life.

With the average Australian sitting for more than half their day, this certainly doesn’t help. Your back pain can be triggered by sedentary behaviour caused by inactivity. However, we don’t want your pain to stop you from being your most active self. As a nation of sports lovers and weekend warriors, it’s important that back pain from exercise injuries doesn’t stop you in your tracks.

Living with back pain does not have to be part of everyday life.

At Footscray Chiropractic Clinic we pride ourselves on the cleanliness of our clinic and want to reassure you that we are also taking further precautions especially with regard to recent concerns surrounding COVID-19.

We continue to closely monitor the ongoing situation and will be following the advice of the Department of Health and Human Services. During this time please be assured we will continue to maintain the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness, especially with regard to our equipment and treatment facilities. 

From you, we ask that you remember to practice good hygiene before, during and after your appointment. Please wash your hands with warm water and soap when using the bathrooms and make use of the hand sanitiser available at reception. 

If you’re feeling unwell, have travelled to a high risk destination within the last 14 days or have come into contact with someone affected, please exercise your due diligence when deciding when to return to the clinic. If uncertain, please do contact our reception team ahead of your appointment.
If you do have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out!

We look forward to seeing you at the clinic.