The impact of different cell phone functions and their effects on postural stability

02 Dec 2016Michael J. Rebold, Cody A. Croall, Emily A. Cumberledge, Timothy P. Sheehan, Matthew T. Dirlam.

using a cell phone for texting or talking can disrupt postural stability by requiring divided attention between dual tasks, and therefore, possibly predisposing individual’s to other greater inherent risks such as falls and musculoskeletal injuries.

Cohort Study
2 effects
45 subjects

Reported Outcomes

DeterminantsOutcomeDetails

Excess use of digital technology  Selfcare risk & protective factor
Minor Risk Factor Excess use of digital ...
Selfcare

Coordination Musculoskeletal outcome
Minor decreased risk of Coordination
Musculoskeletal system

Moderate evidence
-45.0%

Excess use of digital technology  Selfcare risk & protective factor
Minor Risk Factor Excess use of digital ...
Selfcare

Fall Musculoskeletal outcome
Minor increase risk of Fall
Musculoskeletal system

Low evidence
8.0%