Erogonmics of a Cell Phone

From the ages of 8 to 80 it appears that most people have smartphones.  Cell phones come in handy for a quick internet search, directions through GPS, cameras, emails, and texts, but there overuse can lead to issues.  What issues you ask...

Issues You May Experience:
 - Possible headaches
 - Numbness/tingling in the hands/arms
 - Muscle tension in neck and shoulders
 - Thumb or wrist pain

To Avoid Issues Above Consider:
 - Using less keystrokes when messaging.  Remember more is not always better.
 - During the phone purchasing process, select one with a full keyboard.
 - Use a headset whenever possible to avoid stressful angles of he head and neck.
 - Consider doing your emails with a PC instead of phone...Ergonomically speaking.
 - Use voice commands and verbal texting when possible

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