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Hand specialists explain why 'smartphone pinky' happens—and its long-term effects

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

Japan’s Patented “Hammock’n” Smartphone Band Targets Hand Fatigue From Long Phone Use

SPRASANN LLC has launched Hammock'n, a Japanese-designed, non-adhesive smartphone band that supports the fingers like a ...
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I had 'smartphone pinky,' but these 7 tricks helped me stop the pain

I’m no stranger to aches and pains from using my tech devices for long periods. But when my colleague Andy wrote about his experience with “smartphone pinky,” that’s when I realized how many people ...
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'Smartphone pinky' is a growing problem. Have you experienced it?

We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts in the comments and vote in the poll below — your take might be featured in a future roundup. Today was the first time I’ve heard the term “smartphone ...
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Can your smartphone give you arthritis? A doctor explains 'texting thumb'

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 ...

The 6 Best Hand Massagers That Soothe Pain And Improve Circulation

Hand massagers relieve pain and stiffness caused by injury, illness, exercise, work and general discomfort. We spoke with ...
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Arthritis: Exercises To Reduce Joint Pain In Hands During Winter

Arthritis is not a single disease but a family of disorders that attack joints and the tiny, complex joints in our hands and fingers are among the most commonly affected. Two patterns are responsible ...