The Silent Posture Pandemic: How Screen Time Is Reshaping Our Spines
- July 05, 2025
Recent CDC reports show 61% of remote workers now experience chronic neck/back pain – up 22% since 2019. Chiropractors warn this “tech posture” epidemic leads to:
- Forward head syndrome
- Compressed cervical discs
- Early-onset arthritis
Every inch of forward head posture adds 10 lbs of spinal pressure (Spine Health Journal)
Modern screen habits are quietly crippling our spinal health at alarming rates. New data reveals most remote workers now battle chronic neck and back pain from poor posture. Learn about the hidden dangers of ‘tech neck,’ preventative strategies, and why experts recommend immediate intervention to avoid long-term degenerative changes to your musculoskeletal system.
Prevention Strategies:
- Ergonomic workstation audits
- 2-minute posture breaks hourly
- Therapeutic exercises for scapular stabilization