Trends Avoiding Cell Phone Elbow (NAPSA)—With over half the planet going mobile, could “cell phone elbow” be the latest thing we have to worry about? Technically known as cubital tunnel syndrome, the condition can be brought on when holding a phone to the ear causes the ulnar nerve behind the elbow to becomeirritated. Currently, its more common among men, with symptoms including aching, numbnessandtingling. = a “Cell phone elbow” is becoming increasingly common. If any of those sound familiar, a chiropractor can identify the cause and develop a treatment plan for you. But according to the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, you might avoid the condition altogether by using a headset or handsfree device whentalking. “In today’s world, people are on their phones all day long,” says Gerard W. Clum, D.C., a foundation board member. “So it’s no wonder chiropractors are seeing more and more patients suffering from cubital tunnel syndrome.” For more information, contact an area chiropractor or visit www.yes2chiropractic.com.
