The Case of the 'Cell Phone Elbow' Raises Concerns
Tisah Tucknott — June 2, 2009 — Tech
People who spend too much time on their mobile phones may be at risk for an injury called the "cell phone elbow."
This new health discovery explains the damage one can do to their arm for using mobile phones for too long. Injuries occur to an essential nerve in the arm caused by bending elbows too tightly for too long.
Beware, chatterboxes! You may be subject to the "cell phone elbow."
Implications - Common consumer ailments typically emerge after the vast popularization of new technologies and products. Predicting these alleged ailments -- such as cell phone elbow -- represent opportunities for businesses to create products that offer potential solutions, which many people will undoubtedly be searching for in the near future.
This new health discovery explains the damage one can do to their arm for using mobile phones for too long. Injuries occur to an essential nerve in the arm caused by bending elbows too tightly for too long.
Beware, chatterboxes! You may be subject to the "cell phone elbow."
Implications - Common consumer ailments typically emerge after the vast popularization of new technologies and products. Predicting these alleged ailments -- such as cell phone elbow -- represent opportunities for businesses to create products that offer potential solutions, which many people will undoubtedly be searching for in the near future.
Trend Themes
1. Mobile Health Risks - Injuries caused by mobile phone usage represent an emerging trend that may require innovative solutions.
2. Tech-aided Health - The boom in technology could provide solutions to the health risks posed by the extensive use of mobile phones.
3. Digital Detox - A trend of reducing mobile phone usage may arise to counteract the risks of long-term injuries.
Industry Implications
1. Smartphone Technology - Smartphone manufacturers have the opportunity to explore design changes that could mitigate risks posed by extensive mobile phone usage.
2. Healthcare Industry - Healthcare providers can explore new ways to diagnose and treat mobile phone injuries.
3. Fitness Industry - The fitness industry can leverage the trend of digital detox, promoting activities that require reduced mobile phone usage.
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