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\"Dr.
Dr. Neel Mehta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Q: What steps can I take to prevent neck pain?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Take Frequent Breaks from Your Phone and Laptop
\n<\/strong>The best posture you can have is the next one. Meaning, if you spend all day long working at your computer in one position, your body will not be happy with you.<\/p>\n

Stay Active
\n<\/strong>As humans, we\u2019re designed to move, and we\u2019re designed to be dynamic. In the modern world, oftentimes we\u2019re too static. Try setting a timer to remind you to move every 20 to 30 minutes. It\u2019s also important for patients to take an active role in their treatment. Active therapies, such as exercise, especially something that involves strengthening, can be really beneficial.<\/p>\n

\"Dr.
Dr. Vincent Miccio<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Find a Good Mattress
\n<\/strong>Go with support. Lie perfectly flat on the mattress; get your feet up. Are you completely sinking in? Is there some support there? Feel all the pressure points and areas of support. Go for something that\u2019s not too hard, not too soft \u2014 somewhere in between.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Dr. Vincent Miccio<\/a>, physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist and Dr. Neel Mehta<\/a>, pain management specialist<\/p>\n

This question was answered during the episode of Spine Time called \u201cPain in the Neck?\u201d A recording of this webinar, held on March 24, 2021, is available on YouTube<\/a>.<\/p>\n

To sign up for future episodes of Spine Time, where you can ask questions of our spine specialists, subscribe here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

See more Ask a Spine Doctor<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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