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National Spinal Health Week - 26 May - 1 June 2025 

The 2025 focus is on preventing tech neck!

This year, Spinal Health Week targets preventing Tension Neck Syndrome - commonly known as ‘tech neck’ or ‘text neck’ which is now a global health concern. Tech neck is caused by poor posture and prolonged or incorrect use of digital devices, including smartphones, tablets and computers. Studies show neck pain now affects 1 in 5 Australians, with increasing prevalence among younger demographics, including children and teens, due to digital device overuse.

Studies have shown that incorrect or overuse of smartphones, tablets, computers and other electronic devices can cause tech neck when children and young people spend too much time with their head bent forward reading or scrolling electronic devices.