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Thumbs Hurt From Phone Use | Irvine News
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Your thumbs are screaming after hours of scrolling—welcome to “texter’s thumb,” a real condition caused by repetitive phone use that can lead to carpal tunnel or arthritis if ignored. The culprit? Holding your phone the same way for too long. You’ll notice the pain vanish on vacation—proof your hands weren’t meant for this digital grind. Fight back by switching up your grip, using voice-to-text, enlarging text, and doing simple wrist and thumb stretches. If the pain lingers, see a doctor. Small changes and breaks can save your wrists from long-term damage.
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