What is “phone hand” and how do you treat it? Here’s what experts recommend
Treatments to consider for phone hand
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What are the best treatments for “phone hand”?
The best way to prevent and treat phone hand is by taking on more ergonomic practices when it comes to using your phone. This is because, similar to tech neck, a condition like phone hand comes from poor posture, in addition to constant use of electronics. “Take a break to look up, stretch your hands and spread your fingers out, put your phone down for a moment,” says Swain. “If you get absorbed in what you’re doing, set a timer on your phone to remind you to take a break.” Additionally, the best treatments for phone hand include using voice control features on your phone more often, creating texting shortcuts, using bluetooth earbuds or a phone holder to eliminate the need to hold your phone during calls and using both hands to text instead of one to prevent overworking it.
Meet our expert
- Dr. Heather Swain is a physical therapist at Ally Total Physical Therapy and a certified personal trainer.
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