The posture adopted by many people when leaning over a cellphone while reading and texting is becoming a problem. This bad posture that can put up to 60 pounds of pressure on the upper spine — sometimes for several hours a day, is a growing concern with long-term consequences. Learn more in the following from The Washington Post and if you are suffering from text neck contact an OT for an individualized solution.
The Washington Post: Digital disabilities — text neck, cellphone elbow — are painful and growing