How Smartphones Can Trigger a Repetitive Strain Injury

Beyond making calls, we rely on our phones for texting, news, setting reminders, entertainment and more. Yet many people repeatedly text or scroll with poor form. This can place strain on your fingers, wrists and hand, all the way up to the elbow. Routine use of a smartphone or tablet can contribute to repetitive strain…

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The Effects of Poor Posture on the Body

Most people associate posture with standing or sitting up straight. Yet the curvature of your spine and the relationship it has with surrounding muscles can have a rippling effect on your body and health. Neck and back pain tend to be the first signs of poor posture, but it can also contribute to foot pain…

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How Do Pinched Nerves Occur?

While age or poor posture can play a role in soreness, a pinched nerve might be responsible. When adjacent tissues press down on one or more nerves, the compression of muscles, tendons, bones or cartilage can result in pain, numbness, tingling or weakness.  In certain cases, a pinched nerve signifies another issue within the body….

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How to Prevent Overuse Injuries from Smartphone Use

Overuse injuries are typically associated with athletics and the workplace. Yet our devices, such as smartphones and tablets, often involve repetitive motions that can place strain on the body. The average user spends as much as five hours a day on a mobile device. As a result, smartphone use has contributed to a growing number…

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Neck Strain: Causes and Treatment

Neck strain happens when fibers in the muscles or tendons are stretched too far and tear. While you gradually heal over several days or weeks, you may feel varying degrees of pain throughout the process. Neck injuries can occur suddenly – often the case for athletes – or gradually, in response to poor posture. If…

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