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Abstract

Background: Smartphone Pinky Syndrome is a condition that occurs due to prolonged smartphone use. It leads to noticeable changes or discomfort in the Pinky finger. The primary cause of Smartphone Pinky Syndrome is the repetitive strain placed on the Pinky finger when it is used to support the weight of the smartphone during prolonged use. The prevalence has been estimated 81.7% of university students has smartphone addiction.
Aim: The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of smartphone Pinky syndrome in a population of smartphone addicted collegiate individuals.
Methodology: This was a cross-sectional study. The sample consisted of 100 college going individuals including both male and female, with a mean age of above 22±4.5 years, participated in the study. Then 100 collegiate students were interviewed with Smartphone Addiction Scale- Short Version (SAS- SV) them they were asked to perform Elbow Flexion test to see whether they have smartphone Pinky syndrome.
Result: The result shows that 52% agreed that smartphone use caused them to miss planned work. 43% felt pain in their wrists or neck due to smartphone use. 40% reported that they would struggle without a smartphone. Prevalence has been estimated 59.9% participants had smartphone pinky syndrome in a population of smartphone addicted collegiate individuals
Conclusion: The conclusion was Smartphone Pinky syndrome is more commonly seen in collegiate individuals. 59.9% individuals are at higher risk.