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In the fast-paced realm of technology, a new term coined on the internet is termed -'iPhone finger', raising serious concerns.
The term 'iPhone finger' means a mark or dent on the little finger, probably from using smartphones a lot, especially iPhones.
Meanwhile, health experts have dismissed it as a genuine medical condition despite issues raised by tech enthusiasts regarding the pinky indentation.
Dr. Peter Evans, an orthopaedic surgeon, said that using cellphones all the time can lead to various joint problems reportedly.
An orthopaedic surgeon also cautioned that some of these health issues include clinodactyly, a genetic condition where the tip of the pinky bends toward the ring finger.
Dr. Peter Evans has warned that overusing smartphones can exacerbate arthritis, strain thumb tendons, especially when texting with elbows bent over 90 degrees.
iphone users are feeling tingling or numbness in your pinky finger could also indicate the condition that causes nerve damage.