(Source: Thinkstock Images) Avoid holding large or heavy devices in one hand continuously for a long duration. * Take a break: Avoid continuously using smart phones for more than a few minutes. * Change the hand: Avoid holding large or heavy devices in one hand continuously for a long duration. * Neck exercises: Neck and shoulder exercises help to improve muscle stamina, correct posture and strengthen the neck muscle. Specialists can prescribe pain medication and inject medicine into the facet joint or trigger point for relief from painful text neck.

Source: Indian Express April 24, 2018 13:52 UTC