some degree of forward head posture. In fact, forward head posture double the weight of the head for every 1 inch it extends beyond its proper place, square over the shoulders.
Lifting your cell phone and other devices to horizontal eye level when in use may help reduce this strain.
Headaches are another issue seen with excess cell phone usage and increased screen time in general, including computers and television sets. Eye Strain and fatigue, decreased circulation and overactive musculature can all contribute to headaches and are all associated with prolonged cell phone use.
Taking regular breaks from screen time to refresh your eyes and rest the small muscles required for focusing on screens and reading can help reduce this eye strain. Focusing on proper posture – shoulders back, chest out, ears over shoulders and shoulders over hips, knees, and feet – can also help to correct these physical alterations.
Cell phones aren’t only affecting us physically, they are also affecting our minds creating a dependence on notifications, likes, messages etc. Social media and other online applications are designed with your addiction in mind. The goal of tech companies is to have you spend the most time possible on your device using their applications, programs or platforms.
Just like any drug, food or habit you can become addicted to using and checking you cellular and mobile devices. Studies have shown in that people with