India, Oct. 13 -- Smartphones have become an inalienable part of modern life. People often spend hours on the device, often inadvertently, checking emails and social media updates, sending messages, playing games or attending meetings.

Although the effects of prolonged screen usage on sleep and eyesight are widely recognised, one element of the issue is overlooked, shared orthopaedic surgeon Dr Barun Dutta with HT Lifestyle.

"The structure of the human hand is perfect for various movements, but repeated movements for a long time can put a strain on the muscles, joints, tendons, and nerves of the hands and wrists. Using a smartphone in the same position for a long time can create the problem," he stated. "Using one thumb for scrolling or...