Chiropractor Develops “Text Neck” App

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A South Florida chiropractor continues to draw attention for his invention that helps people who constantly bury their heads in their cellphones.

Dean Fishman, a Weston resident who practices in Plantation, was featured in the Wall Street Journal’s β€œAches and Claims” health column on May 24. The article noted that Fishman, who trademarkedΒ the term β€œText Neck” in 2009, now has aΒ patented phone app that warns users when they drop their head –  causingΒ neck pain and headachesΒ as well as early onset of arthritis, arm pain, gastrointestinal and breathing problems – as they view their phone.

The app works without interruption of other functions on the phone by having a green face,Β which is located in the top corner of the device,Β meaning users are viewing their phones with good posture; a red face means that they need to make an adjustmentΒ to β€œanatomical neutral,” which is defined as having the ears over the shoulders and the shoulders over the hips.

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Text neck, is a modern condition characterized byΒ neck pain and other symptoms as a result of constantly looking down at a smart phone, tablet, or other device. While prevention is a key element towards avoiding text neck from developing in the first place, it can be difficult to maintain a proper posture while using any of these devices. Fortunately though, a new app has been created to help individuals keep a good posture while using a device. For more information, please feel free to ask Dr. Jimenez or contact us at (915) 850-0900.

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