while working for few hours on computer,it starts paining at the back of my neck,any suggestion,age below 30?

Answer 1

According to my doctor, every couple of hours a person needs to step away from the computer and move around, do some stretching excercises or take a walk. Sitting still for long periods of time is hard on the body.

Answer 2

Internet radio is great. If you have internet access at work you should be able to access it. And the choices are enormous. Sometimes getting up and taking a brief walk helps. So does simple stretching. Taking deep breaths can help as well. I'm sorry you're having a rough patch at the moment. Moods can really sabotage us if we don't know how to handle them. I'm assuming that you don't experience frequent sad moods, because if you are often sad, maybe you should see a doctor. But it sounds as if you're reacting to real-life stressors. Remember HALT - never let yourself get too hungry, angry, lonely or tired. That'll help you mantain calmness better. And remember that the bad stuff passes.

Answer 3

Hi Sona,

Is your head at the right angle while viewing your screen? This could also be linked to the kind of stress on your lower back.

RSI (Repetitive Stress Injury or Repetitive Strain Injury) is what this appears to be a case of. As wikipedia puts it, RSI is an occupational overuse syndrome affecting muscles, tendons and nerves in the arms and upper back; hence it is also known as work related upper limb disorder or WRULD. The medically accepted reason it occurs is when muscles in these areas are kept tense for very long periods of time, due to poor posture and/or repetitive motions.

Good posture, ergonomics and limiting time in stressing working conditions can help prevent or halt the progress of the disorder; stretches, strengthening exercises, massages and biofeedback training to reduce neck and shoulder muscle tension can help heal existing disorders.

What you should do is ideally have your monitor and all other devices that you regularly use close by and in areas/angles that do not place undue stress on your muscles. Instead of working for several hours continuously you should take breaks where you stretch your muscles and rest your eyes.

One good guide to proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users is http://www.hp.com/ergo/

Answer 4

Might try getting a new computer chair. Mine at work sucks, and I have the same problem with the neck/back pain. I am getting a new one and I think it will help a lot. Something that will better support your spine and neck.

Answer 5

see this happens to many people around but most of them dont know the solution...the solution is even if are intended to sit before computer for long hours...u need to get a 5 to 10 minutes break for every hour or 2.....se u need to try out these neck exercises.....just move ur neck slowly from left to right and right to left for 2 minutes and 1 minute move the neck in clock wise and counter clock wise direction...this will give u relaxation and make your further work start with full potential...try it.....ALL THE BEST

Answer 6

Might want to get a lower chair so you can look straight into the monitor or learn your keyboard so you don't have to tip your hed forward.. Those neck muscles have to hold up 15 lbs of head, when you allow it to go forward.. If you maintain an upright positiion you reduce the workload on those neck muscles.

Answer 7

this is an usual complaint most of the computer users & scooter riders have.sit straight. keep your neck correct ly . your comp should be at your eye level. take 5 to 10 min break adter one hour of comp work. do simple neck exercises ( consult your doctor ) avoid pillow or use a very thin pillow while sleeping.

Answer 8

I agree with Pleeks, but what I do is try to have better posture. Even without posture, but your left hand (right is mouse hand) behind your back and stretch up high. Stick your chest and stomach out and look at the ceiling with your chin. For being hunched, reach for the sky and stretch your shoulders up then over to either side. And twist in your seat. Yes, get up and take a walk, but I find that doing these things stuck in your seat, helps tons. these make me feel better. In fact i did it while writing this just to remember specifically what I was going to tell you and I feel lots better. And I'm 40. OH, and DO you hunch over? Try sitting back in your seat and bringing the keyboard to YOU. I have to remind myself to do that. My back and neck thank me.

Answer 9

Ooh been there done that! change the position of your monitor to bring it more to eye level asap. My pain in the back of the neck turned into a trapped nerve which is not pleasant I can assure you.

Answer 10

1. Locate your monitor in line with your eyes.
2. Change your chair
3. Give a break and enjoy