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		</div><p><a href="http://londonglossy.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/gadgets-cause-strain-injuries-rise.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full" title="Osteopaths have seen a 72 per cent rise in incidences of strain injuries due to overuse of a Wii or iPhone" src="http://londonglossy.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/min-gadgets-cause-strain-injuries-rise.jpg" alt="Osteopaths have seen a 72 per cent rise in incidences of strain injuries due to overuse of a Wii or iPhone"/></a></p>
<p>Osteopaths have reported a 72% rise in the number of people suffering strain injuries due to overuse of their Wii or iPhone.</p>
<p>The British College of Osteopathic Medicine (BCOM) said experts at its London clinic had seen far more patients in the last week than before Christmas.</p>
<p>&#8220;The Christmas period is the obvious time, particularly this year&#8217;s longer-than-usual break, when people spend more time entertaining themselves at home,&#8221; said Manoj Mehta, head of clinic and osteopathy at the BCOM.</p>
<p>Although the BCOM declined to give the exact number of patients seen due to concerns about confidentiality, a spokeswoman said it was not small.</p>
<p>Mr Mehta said people presume there is no need to warm up when using the Wii, adding that anyone suffering strain should perform gentle stretching exercises and not over-exert themselves if playing sports games, such as tennis.</p>
<p>Over-using the iPhone can also cause problems, he added.</p>
<p>Neck ache and headaches can be caused by prolonged periods on the phone, particularly when playing games or using apps.</p>
<p>Gentle stretching exercises for the neck, upper back and shoulders can offer relief but people should avoid long periods on the phone, he said.</p>
<p>He added: &#8220;Do not ignore the warning signs &#8211; the twinges that occur whilst you&#8217;re playing these games serve as a warning.</p>
<p>&#8220;It is important that, if the ache or pain does not ease off after gentle stretching, the person seeks the advice of a GP or osteopath.&#8221;</p>
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