Wrist motion is distinct between touch screen and manual or digital devices
Mandi J. Lopez,
Catherine Takawira,
Mary P. Fox
et al.
Abstract:Background
Restricted motion during touch screen device use may contribute to wrist overuse injuries. Wrist radioulnar deviation and extension while using touch screen devices and digital or manual counterparts in male and female medical professional dominant and non-dominant hands were quantified to test the hypothesis that mobile touch screen device use reduces wrist motion.
Methods
An active motion detection system was used to record wrist motion of 12 participants while: tablet swiping and turning book p… Show more
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