Many of us have experienced pain caused by repetitive motion involving our phones, whether scrolling through news feeds or swiping from screen to screen. There's even a name for it: android thumb.

It's similar to carpal issues caused by misuse of a computer mouse or endless repetition of the same hand/arm/finger movements. The result of the condition is great pain while trying to do simple things, like using scissors, grasping pens or pencils, or doing fine, detailed work with the hands. Relief from these symptoms through changing behaviors or even rehab can take months or longer.

Similar issues can develop as we age, caused by common conditions that include muscle loss, stiffening joints or arthritis, decreased blood flow to the hands, slower reaction times, and even using our hands les

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