How to Fix “Tech Neck” (Neck Pain from Phones & Computers) in Cache Valley
If you’re dealing with constant neck stiffness, tight shoulders, or headaches, your phone or computer could be the cause. At Frankos Chiropractic, we see this every day in patients from Smithfield, Logan, and across Cache Valley. It’s called tech neck—and it’s becoming one of the most common causes of neck pain.
Chad Frankos
4/27/2026
📱 What Is Tech Neck?
Tech neck happens when your head stays in a forward position for long periods of time—like when you’re:
Looking down at your phone
Working on a computer
Sitting for long hours
Your head weighs about 10–12 pounds in a neutral position.
But when it moves forward, the strain on your neck can increase dramatically.
🚨 Common Symptoms of Tech Neck
You may be dealing with tech neck if you have:
Neck pain or stiffness
Tight shoulders
Headaches (especially at the base of the skull)
Pain between the shoulder blades
Reduced range of motion
If left untreated, this can turn into chronic pain.
🔧 How to Fix Tech Neck
The good news—tech neck is very treatable when addressed correctly.
1. Improve Your Posture
Small changes make a big difference:
Keep your phone at eye level
Sit with your shoulders back
Avoid slouching
2. Do a Daily Reset (1 Minute)
Every 30–60 minutes:
Stand up
Chin tucks x10
Shoulder squeezes x10
This helps reverse the stress caused by sitting.
3. Stretch Tight Muscles
Focus on:
Upper traps
Neck muscles
Chest
This reduces tension and improves mobility.
4. Strengthen the Right Muscles
Most people don’t just have tight muscles—they have weak ones too.
Strengthening helps correct the problem long-term.
🏥 When to See a Chiropractor
If your pain:
isn’t improving
keeps coming back
is affecting your daily life
It’s time to get it checked.
At Frankos Chiropractic, we treat the root cause of neck pain—not just the symptoms.
💥 How We Help Patients in Smithfield & Cache Valley
We provide:
Chiropractic adjustments
Posture correction
Muscle and soft tissue work
Personalized treatment plans
Most patients start feeling relief quickly—and continue improving over time.
📍 Serving Smithfield, Logan & Cache Valley
If you’re searching for:
chiropractor for neck pain Smithfield
tech neck treatment Logan Utah
neck pain relief Cache Valley
We’re here to help.
💰 New Patient Special
Start today for just $60
Includes:
Consultation
Exam
First adjustment (if appropriate)
👉 Book Your Appointment
Don’t wait for your neck pain to get worse.
👉 Book your appointment today and start feeling better.