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Identifying the source of neck pain can be a challenge. There are many potential and common causes of neck pain, and while you cycle through the possibilities, the ongoing pain can be aggravating. However, in many cases, people are surprised to find that the source of neck pain is not physical – it can be caused by stress and anxiety. While reducing anxiety can be difficult (but totally possible!), managing the associated neck pain is much simpler a feat. Proactive measures can range from lifestyle changes to the use of simple neck traction devices, like the Neck Hammock, which gently...

 If you own a smartphone (chances are you do) it’s likely that you’ve experienced tech neck. Smartphone owners spend hours each day hunched over their screens, which often results in stiffness and pain in the neck area. Most of us don’t even realize how often we’re checking our phones, handheld device, or laptops until this sort of pain arises, but when it does, devices like the Neck Hammock can help manage and alleviate symptoms.   What Causes Tech Neck? Heads are heavy. The neck, a relatively fragile area, is perfectly designed to structurally support the head and hold it upright, but...

The neck plays one of the most vital roles in the machinations of the human body. It has the important task of bearing the weight of the head, turning the head, and shielding the nerves along the spine; nerves responsible for sending out motor coordination and sensory information from the brain to the rest of the body. When healthy, the neck grants a person a wide range of motion and flexibility, allowing them to see and perform daily activities. However, when even slightly damaged, an injury to the neck can be debilitating. We use our head for practically every mechanical...

There are many ways driving long distances can induce neck pain. Spending hours behind the wheel can be taxing, and when you’re immobile for extended periods of time while being jostled by the road, your body can begin to hurt in various ways.   Of course, some people are more susceptible to this form of neck pain than others. For those who drive as part of their career – namely rideshare drivers, truckers, and delivery drivers – the likelihood of developing temporary or persistent neck pain is quite high. If you fall into one of these groups, it’s important to take...

No one enjoys neck pain. It can be a distracting, frustrating, and prevent you from focusing on the tasks that you need to accomplish. Unfortunately, most people who experience neck pain don’t know what to do about it; they may take a few pain pills and try to wait it out – a temporary solution that doesn’t address the underlying problem. In many cases, the best remedy is a process called cervical traction or neck traction. Traction is a simple procedure that involves stretching the head away from the neck, thereby eliminating or decreasing pressure on the spine. The best...