DETERMINATION AND INCIDENCE OF PERSISTENT FINGER JOINT PAIN AMONG MALE COLLEGE STUDENTS DUE TO MOBILE PHONES OVERUSE

Background: Smart devices is the language of modern society and There are some health concerns associated with these technology, Design: cross sectional study Method: The measurement of grip and pinch strength grip was taken by dynamometer (hydraulic hand dynamometer) and the measures of pinch strength was by pinch gauge. Result: People who have been continuously using their smart devices more than 10 years have a significant decrease in the strength of both grip and pinch compared to those who use it less. Conclusion: Related to the kind of Handedness, the dominant side grip strength is more than non-dominant side grip strength. There is relationship between the duration of usage smart phone and grip, pinch strength.