dude, I know exactly what you mean about the problems that come with looking down at the fretboard. The problem is you're looking down and slightly to the left (or right if you're a lefty), and my neck and head would hurt pretty bad. I kind of learned the hard way that I need to take breaks and also have good posture.

But yeah, I'll have try out your advice and get my mom to massage my wrist out for me (no girlfriend at the moment haha).

Thanks for the response