Change position often. Staying in one position for too long stresses muscles and joints.

Swap between bending forwards and backwards.

Move around while using devices. Propping up the device on a table or other surface can help.

Holding a device at eye level for a long time can make your child’s muscles tired.

Bending the neck too far backwards or forwards can lead to pain or strain.

Using a device very close to the eyes can make your child’s eye muscles tired.

Prop the device on a cushion. This can stop your child’s muscles from getting tired.

Try to use devices a little below eye level. This can avoid neck strain.

Put distance between screens and eyes. This is less tiring for eyes and encourages teens to move around.