Using Tablets Can Be a Pain in the Neck in Fanwood

Though electronic tablets deliver instant information at the touch of a finger, they can also cause neck and shoulder pain.

A survey of 412 public university student, staff, faculty, and alumni revealed the touchscreen tablet users were more likely to report stiffness, soreness, or aching pain in the neck, upper back/shoulder, arms/hands, or head.

While most participants categorized any discomfort as moderate, 10% reported severe levels of discomfort and 15% said it affected their sleep quality.

The authors say the findings are cause for concern due to the growing popularity of electronic tablets and similar devices.

Journal of Physical Science, June 2018.

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