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I spend all day on my computer. My neck is permanently stiff. Will a massage help?
There's nothing quite like laptop-shoulders... Of course, the best thing for you in the long term will be to improve your working habits. But there are things that will help in the short term.
Scrunched over a laptop or facing any other computer is not the best way to spend your working day. So look into adjusting your seating, mouse habits, and remember to stand up and stretch every so often, no matter how riveting that spreadsheet may seem....
In the short term, however, a massage will definitely help. There's a reason why so many athletes and sports people have a regular massage. A neck, back and shoulder massage is ideal for loosening up tight muscles - even one treatment can result in you being able to turn your head and sit a little straighter. You may even sleep better.
Book with an approved therapist or at a spa - a massage is not a back rub, and you'll notice the difference. You may find you need to book one a week for a few weeks to allow time for the therapist to work on tight areas and loosen them up. You may also like to consider seeing an osteopath who can loosen up tight areas and help align your body.
See also:
* What's the difference between all these massages?
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