Medically reviewed by Forest Miller, OTR/L Smartphone pinky is a common issue caused by holding phones, not a medical ...

Here’s why, and what you can do to alleviate it Using your phone for extended periods without changing position can lead to discomfort in your hand, neck, and shoulders. By Pang-Chieh Ho The symptoms ...

Long hours of smartphone use, especially in improper positions, can lead to significant musculoskeletal problems in the hands, fingers and ...

We spend a good chunk of our day, probably longer than we'd like to admit, glued to our smartphones. We use them to communicate, socialize, work and even avoid awkward social encounters. Between the ...

Frequent, repetitive hand movements, like typing or writing, can contribute to the development of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). With 9 in 10 U.S. adults using smartphones, researchers are considering ...