Comments on: I have had neck and shoulder pain since i started to use computer now? http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm Shoulder Pain Symptoms, Causes & Treatments Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:42:22 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: Theresa G http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm/comment-page-1#comment-2127 Theresa G Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:54:06 +0000 http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm#comment-2127 Let me guess...you're using a laptop. I had a similar experience from using those silly finger pads or the little red buttons in the center of the keyboard of some laptop computers. I even watched as a guy from work was rushed to the hospital one day after he experienced chest pains and thought he was having a heart attack. The thing is, your body was never meant to be pushing down on a hard surface with a single finger for hours at a time. It will not only cause neck and shoulder pain, but chest, leg and back pain. The solution is to get a mouse to attach to your laptop. Let me guess…you’re using a laptop.

I had a similar experience from using those silly finger pads or the little red buttons in the center of the keyboard of some laptop computers. I even watched as a guy from work was rushed to the hospital one day after he experienced chest pains and thought he was having a heart attack. The thing is, your body was never meant to be pushing down on a hard surface with a single finger for hours at a time. It will not only cause neck and shoulder pain, but chest, leg and back pain.

The solution is to get a mouse to attach to your laptop.

]]> By: RobbieJ http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm/comment-page-1#comment-2128 RobbieJ Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:54:06 +0000 http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm#comment-2128 It doesn't matter if you're using a laptop or a desktop. It has to do with sitting in 1 position for long periods of time. You are sitting still with your neck staring at a screen and your shoulders are supporting your arms. You have to find a position for your monitor, keyboard and mouse that are more comfortable for your body. I have had the same problem periodically but, I stretch alot while I'm at the computer. You can try doing some exercises that would also strengthen your neck and shoulders. That will help a little bit but, mostly the positioning of monitor and keyboard. It doesn’t matter if you’re using a laptop or a desktop. It has to do with sitting in 1 position for long periods of time. You are sitting still with your neck staring at a screen and your shoulders are supporting your arms. You have to find a position for your monitor, keyboard and mouse that are more comfortable for your body. I have had the same problem periodically but, I stretch alot while I’m at the computer. You can try doing some exercises that would also strengthen your neck and shoulders. That will help a little bit but, mostly the positioning of monitor and keyboard.

]]> By: tim g http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm/comment-page-1#comment-2129 tim g Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:54:06 +0000 http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm#comment-2129 rest, take a break, use the other hand. rest, take a break, use the other hand.

]]> By: GFISH http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm/comment-page-1#comment-2130 GFISH Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:54:06 +0000 http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm#comment-2130 Hi Parag- its not just the way that you sit- that is definitely part of it. How about the way that your computer screen sits on your computer- the distance from your sitting position. Look at your chair, your viewing distance, your screen angle, keyboard height- over time if you are not sitting correctly- your muscles will become tight, painful and you can have resulting neck and shoulder pain. Take frequent breaks at the 10 minute mark to stretch your muscles. Do you ever notice that you you are raising up your shoulders when you are at the computer for a long time? Yes there is a cure for this- but make changes today. Hi Parag- its not just the way that you sit- that is definitely part of it. How about the way that your computer screen sits on your computer- the distance from your sitting position. Look at your chair, your viewing distance, your screen angle, keyboard height- over time if you are not sitting correctly- your muscles will become tight, painful and you can have resulting neck and shoulder pain. Take frequent breaks at the 10 minute mark to stretch your muscles.

Do you ever notice that you you are raising up your shoulders when you are at the computer for a long time?

Yes there is a cure for this- but make changes today.

]]> By: Juan http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm/comment-page-1#comment-2131 Juan Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:54:06 +0000 http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm#comment-2131 yeah but HOW LONG DO YOU USE THE COMPUTER FOR?? do some yoga man stretch before u sit or anything :D yeah but HOW LONG DO YOU USE THE COMPUTER FOR?? do some yoga man stretch before u sit or anything :D

]]> By: Terri http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm/comment-page-1#comment-2132 Terri Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:54:06 +0000 http://shoulderbladepains.net/i-have-had-neck-and-shoulder-pain-since-i-started-to-use-computer-now-2.htm#comment-2132 Some Fundamental guidelines for sitting at the computer to avoid neck problems: Take breaks every 15-20 minutes. This should involve getting up, and walking about the room. This will provide a break from using your eyes, promote circulation, and allow the spinal tissues to be exercised to avoid postural strain. Maintain upright posture at all time. Avoid slumping, or sitting with your feet up. Look straight ahead at your monitor screen. The ideal position is the middle of the screen slightly above eye level. This is different than many ergonomic specialists agree, in that this position is higher. However, this head and neck position is the most favorable for your overall health. So, raise up the monitor height, so that the middle of the monitor is above eye level. This facilitates an improved neck and head position, and therefore reduces abnormal stress and strain upon the neck and shoulder muscles. Place your feet firmly on the floor in front of you. If you require one, use a foot stool. That is, if your chair and desk configuration does not allow you to have your thighs at a ninety degree or greater angle to the floor, then you may need a foot stool or support. Use a trackball or trackpad instead of a mouse. A wireless mouse can also be valuable if compatible with your system. Modify the settings of the input device to allow maximum travel with minimum movement of your hand and or arm. Over time, this can be most beneficial to your overall physical stress level. Use a headset if you are ever on the phone while using the computer. In fact, you should use a headset whenever possible. This will most assuredly reduce strain on your neck and shoulder muscles. If you have bifocals, and you seldom look away from your screen to focus on other things, you should consider a pair of glasses dedicated to computer use only. In many cases, the repetitive nodding required of bifocal is very challenging to the muscles of the upper neck. You can find more information and suggestions at the link below. Some Fundamental guidelines for sitting at the computer to avoid neck problems:

Take breaks every 15-20 minutes. This should involve getting up, and walking about the room. This will provide a break from using your eyes, promote circulation, and allow the spinal tissues to be exercised to avoid postural strain.

Maintain upright posture at all time. Avoid slumping, or sitting with your feet up. Look straight ahead at your monitor screen. The ideal position is the middle of the screen slightly above eye level. This is different than many ergonomic specialists agree, in that this position is higher. However, this head and neck position is the most favorable for your overall health. So, raise up the monitor height, so that the middle of the monitor is above eye level. This facilitates an improved neck and head position, and therefore reduces abnormal stress and strain upon the neck and shoulder muscles.

Place your feet firmly on the floor in front of you. If you require one, use a foot stool. That is, if your chair and desk configuration does not allow you to have your thighs at a ninety degree or greater angle to the floor, then you may need a foot stool or support.

Use a trackball or trackpad instead of a mouse. A wireless mouse can also be valuable if compatible with your system. Modify the settings of the input device to allow maximum travel with minimum movement of your hand and or arm. Over time, this can be most beneficial to your overall physical stress level.

Use a headset if you are ever on the phone while using the computer. In fact, you should use a headset whenever possible. This will most assuredly reduce strain on your neck and shoulder muscles.

If you have bifocals, and you seldom look away from your screen to focus on other things, you should consider a pair of glasses dedicated to computer use only. In many cases, the repetitive nodding required of bifocal is very challenging to the muscles of the upper neck.

You can find more information and suggestions at the link below.

]]>