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More generally, it can refer to anyone staring at something of everyday interest compulsively (especially tourists). The term rubbernecking derives from the neck's appearance while trying to get a better view, that is, craning one's neck. [1] Rubberneck is associated with morbid curiosity. [2]
That in mind, a comfortable gaming chair that promotes good posture and prevents hunching or craning of the neck, which is key to alleviating “tech neck.” This rolling gaming chair from Homall ...
Neck crank techniques from the supine position. A neck crank (sometimes also referred to as a neck lock, and technically known as a cervical lock) is a spinal lock applied to the cervical spine causing hyperextension, hyperflexion, lateral hyperflexion, hyperrotation or extension-distraction. This happens through bending, twisting or elongating.
Sitting, particularly with poor posture, often involves craning the neck forward to look at screens or documents. Such forward head posture puts excessive strain on the cervical vertebrae, leading to muscle tension and pain in the neck and shoulders. Over time, this can cause the cervical vertebrae to become misaligned permanently, leading to ...
Neck pain, also known as cervicalgia, is a common problem, with two-thirds of the population having neck pain at some point in their lives. [ 1 ] Since there is not a universally accepted classification for neck pain, it is difficult to study the different neck pain types.
Tardive myoclonus, a rare disorder, presents as brief jerks of muscles in the face, neck, trunk, and extremities. [ 13 ] "AIMS Examination": This test is used when psychotropic medications have been prescribed because people sometimes develop tardive dyskinesia due to prolonged use of antipsychotic medications.
The neck is the part of the body in many vertebrates that connects the head to the torso. It supports the weight of the head and protects the nerves that transmit sensory and motor information between the brain and the rest of the body. Additionally, the neck is highly flexible, allowing the head to turn and move in all directions.
Neck creaking or cracking of the neck is a clicking sound caused by movements of the neck. It can be a normal joint cracking or caused by arthrosis. [1] [2] References