Tech Neck II: The Lower Body Connection
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Tech Neck II: The Lower Body Connection

Author(s): Jessica Crow

2CE credits 10 Lessons Text

Building on the foundation of our Tech Neck I CE course,  this advanced course delves into the vital yet often overlooked role of the lower body in the development and management of Tech Neck Syndrome (TNS). Learn how to assess key lower body structures and incorporate targeted massage techniques to alleviate TNS symptoms. Plus, explore how a sedentary lifestyle contributes to TNS and discover strategies for recommending lifestyle adjustments to clients.

When you finish this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain the lower body's role in the development and management of Tech Neck Syndrome
  • Outline the ways that a sedentary lifestyle contributes to Tech Neck Syndrome
  • Identify lower body structures that should be incorporated into a massage plan fo Tech Neck Syndrome
  • Apply massage techniques to the lower body that encourage proper spinal alignment and reduce Tech Neck symptoms
  • Recommend lifestyle adjustments to clients with Tech Neck Syndrome

  1. Introduction and Course Overview
  2. The Lower Body's Role: The Connection Between Sitting and Tech Neck Syndrome
  3. The Role of Sedentary Lifestyle in Tech Neck
  4. Holistic Approach: Mind-Body Connection
  5. Hands-On Therapeutic Techniques for Tech Neck Syndrome
  6. Ergonomics, Client Education and Self-Care Practices
  7. Advanced Collaborations to Enhance Skill Sets
  8. Case Studies and Practical Applications
  9. Conclusion
  10. References

Jessica Crow is a licensed massage therapist and has been a wellness leader for over 20 years – giving instruction in mindfulness, yoga, guided meditation, breathwork and massage therapy. She is an experienced continuing education provider for massage therapists and health care professionals, and also serves on the board of the Pacific College of Health & Science.