Chiropractic and Chill: Unwind Without the Pain

by Dr. David Iacuone | May 15, 2025 | Chiropractic In Phoenix, Chiropractor, headache, Neck Pain, posture, Uncategorized

Chiropractic and Chill: Unwind Without the Pain

We have all been there. You come home from work to “Netflix and chill” but its been a long day, you are tense and have a headache. You’ve worked hard all day and after you fix some dinner you just want to sit with your family and relax. Maybe you want to hit “play” on the next episode of your favorite show. In our house, that would be Heartland and or Gilmore Girls. But instead of enjoying the evening, you find yourself focused on pain or a headache. You might even try shifting positions or rubbing the sore spot, still you can’t seem to unwind and enjoy the evening.

Welcome to the unfortunate reality of “bringing home the pain.” Whether you spend your day sitting at a desk, hunched over a computer, or constantly on your feet, the stress and strain of daily life won’t always magically disappear when you clock out. Sometimes, they follow you home, turning your downtime into discomfort time.

But what if there was a better way. Maybe it is time for “Chiropractic and Chill?”

Why Sitting All Day is a Pain in More Ways Than One

Hours of sitting can lead to poor posture, muscle tension, and misalignment in your spine. Over time, this can cause issues like:

Stiff neck and shoulders
Lower back pain
Headaches
Numbness or tingling in the arms and legs

Proper Ergonomics – Ergonomics are is important, they help maintain a good posture throughout the day. However, they will only minimize the chance of discomfort; it cannot always eliminate it. Here is the best way to sit through the day to minimize tension in the neck and shoulders:

Sit upright, with your hips and knees bent at approximately 90 degrees, with your feet flat on a surface.
Make sure your spine is resting against the back of the chair to utilize the lumbar support.
Keep your elbows near your side, with a 90-degree bend, and avoid reaching for either keyboard or mouse. The keyboard and mouse should be close enough so that your elbows stay close to your side.
Avoid laptop monitors because they keep you looking down, and that will increase tension on the neck and shoulders. Instead, use a regular monitor, and have your eyes looking just below the top of the screen.

The problem for many is that even with good ergonomics, once you’re home, these issues don’t just disappear. They can turn relaxing family time into a constant struggle to find comfort.