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Most times in ways that go unnoticed, especially body posture. As you aim to get your phone in the best position, check to see if your body is getting the same care.

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Martha Kemigisha

<h2>Most times in ways that go unnoticed, especially body posture. As you aim to get your phone in the best position, check to see if your body is getting the same care.</h2>

Here are 10 tips from a chiropractor to maintain good posture while on your phone.

We've all craned our necks, leaned our back forward, or held up our screens <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/beauty-health/how-far-should-you-put-your-phone-while-sleeping/er6c98k">way too close or way too far</a>. We’ve all done these things when looking at our phones at least every day. Try out these tips for good posture <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/the-best-android-phones-for-streaming-4k-hdr-in-2023/270wwjv">while using your smartphone</a>.

Your body may take some time to adjust to better posture. One way to alleviate this issue is to just hold your phone at eye level. It will keep you from contorting your neck and back into uncomfortable positions.

It will help with your confidence or pride pose anyway. When you keep your head high, you’ll have better posture.

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Many of us bend over our phones because we can’t quite see the text. Increasing the font size, however, can stop this problem in its tracks and resolve your bad posture.

Your arms should rest near your body, whether sitting or standing. Additionally, if you’re sitting down, place your elbows on top of your knees to ensure <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/beauty-health/6-simple-ways-your-health-improves-using-this-home-exercise/tjtp2dy">proper weight distribution</a>.

Don't cross your legs. You should rest your feet flat on the ground if you’re viewing your phone while sitting.

Instead of straining and squinting <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/5-most-useful-languages-to-learn-in-2023-with-bonus-tip/0tszc4c">to read</a> the news, wear your glasses. You may also need to <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/beauty-health/bad-breath-you-can-have-it-but-only-smell-it-from-others/dxbwsnf">take this as a sign</a> to schedule your next eye appointment.

This is one of the easiest tips for maintaining good posture while using your smartphone. Hold it with two hands, not one. Make sure your hands are symmetrical as well.

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Imagine you have a long coat that is pulling your shoulders up and back into an even position. That’s how you should sit or stand.

Sometimes, the best thing to do is to <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/thinking-of-taking-a-social-media-break-focus-on-levelling-up-instead/rfh3s9e">turn off</a> your phone. That way, you can give your body a break.

<h3>See your chiropractor or get a massage</h3>

Need someone to illustrate these positions for you? Dealing with overwhelming body/back <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/beauty-health/8-common-foods-that-make-the-best-natural-painkillers/8xkcfxc">pain</a>? Need an adjustment? Seek professional help.

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