A PAIN IN THE NECK

I've got a pain in the neck.  No, not my family this time.  An actual neck pain.  Right at the base of my skull.  It's been hurting for the past few days.  And I think I know what's caused it.  My laptop.

I've been using my laptop on my lap.  Instead of on a desk.  With it on my lap, I'm forced to bend my head forward and I think this is the problem.  So I've moved the computer back onto a desk and I'm making a conscious effort to keep my head straight.

I also have the same problem when reading.  I'll hold the book close to my lap, again causing me to bend forward.  Now I'll have to hold the book up to eye level.

I also have trouble turning my head to either side, especially to the right.  Which makes driving in reverse - looking over my shoulder - very uncomfortable.  Thank goodness my car has a back-up camera.  I've had this particular problem for years, but I think I'm going to finally do something about it.  I'm mentioning it to my doctor at my next visit in February and see if she can refer me to PT.  It's probably just arthritis in my neck - I just love getting older!

So for those who use a laptop computer, get it off your lap.  Put it on a desk or table and don't bend your head forward when you're using it.  Your neck will thank you.