Weak hands and blurry vision: Is your tech giving you 'phone body'?

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The article introduces the concept of 'phone body'—physical changes caused by technology use, such as calloused bumps from holding phones.
Experts warn that devices can alter neck shape (causing 'tech neck'), hurt vision, affect motor skills, reduce muscle strength, and possibly lead to more wrinkles.
To combat 'tech neck', lift phones to eye-level, take screen breaks every 30 minutes, and consider special exercises with a doctor's approval.
Skin issues from tech include irritation under smartwatches due to damp environments; solutions involve removing watches more often and using barrier cream.
Myopia rates are rising, linked indirectly to less outdoor time (which protects vision via light-stimulated dopamine), rather than direct screen use.
Grip strength is declining, especially in younger people, potentially due to sedentary work; improving overall fitness and doing wrist exercises can help.
Technology may negatively affect fine motor skills, particularly in children, impacting cognitive development; hands-on activities like cooking or crafts are recommended.

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