Our days are consumed looking down at our phones and computers.  Upwards of 20% of the population has experienced some form of neck pain over the past few months!  Stiffness is usually the result of postural issues that have caused the neck muscles to wear down over time. Muscular tightness and weakness occurs due to the load that is placed on them over time, and this causes an imbalance which facilitates poor postural changes.
If you are looking down at a screen all day, this stress/load can add up and cause your neck to not move correctly.  You may wake up with a sore neck, difficulty moving your neck side to side, experience some muscle spasms and even experience shooting pains down your arm!  

So now what?
If you find that you are in a position for a prolonged period of time, make sure you stretch! Build it into your daily routine to stretch a few times a day to make sure the muscles and joints are moving.  At our office we give our patients a series of different stretching and strengthening exercise to help with this.
Sleep with support! The number of people who sleep with incorrect pillows and on an incorrect mattress is surprising.  Make sure you have the correct support for how you sleep.
Keep hydrated.  Our days can blend into one, especially since most of us are working from home. Make sure you are keeping hydrated to help with your muscle and spinal health.  

Dr. Anita Chopra is your local family chiropractor. She works with multi-generational families and provides adjustments that are suited for each individual.  Call 416-873-4218 to book your appointment.

Resources:
Do You Have a Stiff Neck? Try These Simple Remedies. Cleveland Clinic. 2015.