2023-05-29 21:38:46
The normalization of technology has made the use of cell phones essential in our day to day; It has been speculated that a good part of the time that we are awake, we are in front of the cell phone and this has raised some doubts. We tell you how true it is that the use of the cell phone deformed the little finger.
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How does the cell phone affect the hands?
In recent years, the idea that the position in which we decide to hold the cell phone has influenced the shape of the hands has become popular, this is called the “smartphone pinky” or the little finger of the smartphone.
According to the Carolina orthopedic clinic in the United Statesthe “pinky smartphone” refers to a curvature or deviation of the little finger as a result of supporting the increasing weight of cell phones for a long time.
And despite the fact that the theory was widely accepted by various internet users, the reality is that there is not enough evidence that, in effect, the little finger is deformed by the continuous use of the cell phone.
However, the Carolina clinic assures that although the deformation of the little finger is not a problem as such, there are other conditions of the fingers and hands that could influence and harm users.
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These problems are:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Cubital tunnel syndrome
- Finger cramps
- Underlying trigger finger exacerbation
The latter is the most common condition that could be related to holding the cell phone because it is a kind of jam that prevents the little finger from moving normally.
When you have underlying trigger finger exacerbation, it usually feels like your little finger has a lock that makes it feel stiff and not very mobile.
On the other hand, when this problem exists, people report difficulty opening the finger first thing in the morning if the hand was closed overnight.
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Why do I have a bent little finger?
If you have a bent little finger, you probably have trigger finger.
In accordance with Mayo Clinictrigger finger is a condition in which the finger gets stuck in a flexed position and occurs when the tendon that controls that finger cannot move easily through the sheath that surrounds it.
Trigger finger usually occurs in women over the age of 50, especially if you have diabetes, low thyroid function, or rheumatoid arthritis.
If you have this condition, types of treatment include steroid injections, splinting, or surgery.
As you can see, this condition has nothing to do with the use of the cell phone has deformed the little finger.
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How do I know if I have broken my little finger?
Mayo Clinic highlights some signs that you have a broken finger:
- Deformity
- inability to move
- Intense pain
- Sensitivity
- Purple
- Stiffness or numbness
If you suspect that you have this problem, the ideal is to see a doctor so that he can attend to you immediately, thus preventing the fracture from healing incorrectly and having more problems in the long run.
Now that you know that the use of the cell phone did not deform the little finger but it can have negative effects on the health of your tendons, it is best to moderate its use or change the position in which you constantly hold your cell phone.
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