How Screens Are Reshaping Teen Spines (and What to Do About It)
Teenagers today are growing up with more screen time than ever before.
Whether it’s texting, scrolling, gaming, or studying, they’re constantly looking down—and their spines are paying the price.
At Koca Chiropractic, we’re seeing more teens with:
Forward head posture
Stiff necks
Chronic headaches
Upper back pain
Even early signs of spinal degeneration
What’s going on?
It’s something we call Tech Neck—and it’s not just a phase.
What Is Tech Neck?
Tech Neck is the modern spinal condition caused by repetitive forward head posture—typically from long hours on phones, tablets, and laptops.
Here’s the science:
The human head weighs 10–12 lbs in neutral posture
For every inch the head moves forward, it adds 10 lbs of pressure to the spine
Teens often hold their heads 2–3 inches forward for hours a day
That’s 20–30 extra pounds of stress pulling on their spine, neck muscles, and nerves—daily.
Why This Matters (Now and Later)
Teens are in a phase of rapid growth and development. Poor posture and spinal misalignment during these years can lead to:
Decreased spinal curves
Nerve interference
Poor concentration and energy
Increased risk for chronic pain in adulthood
Sleep disturbances
Slower recovery and athletic performance
The longer these issues go unaddressed, the harder they are to correct later.
What Chiropractic Can Do for Tech Neck
At Koca Chiropractic, we use the Gonstead System to:
✅ Analyze your teen’s full spine and posture
✅ Check for early degeneration or misalignment with digital X-rays
✅ Use thermal and HRV scans to detect stress on the nervous system
✅ Deliver gentle, specific adjustments to correct subluxations and restore function
We also teach proper posture techniques and create custom plans to protect your teen’s spine for life.
What Parents Are Saying
“My daughter’s headaches and neck pain disappeared within a few visits.” — Sarah R.
“I had no idea my son’s phone use was damaging his spine. Koca Chiropractic opened our eyes and changed his health.” — Mark D.
“My teen sleeps better, stands taller, and feels more focused at school.” — Jessica P.
✅ Don’t Wait to Fix Tech Neck
Most teens don’t complain until it’s bad.
Be proactive—not reactive.
Book your teen’s posture and spine evaluation today.
Call Koca Chiropractic at (402) 496-4570
Screens aren’t going away. But the damage doesn’t have to stay.
Let’s help your teen grow up strong—inside and out.