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If i suffer from finger pain due to osteoarthritis would using a video game controller make my condition worse ?
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Yes: When use your finger more, you apply more with more movement that lead to the arthritis increased.
Answered 2/17/2013
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It could: Osteoarthritis is like losing tread on a tire. If you drive, then its bad for the tire. You need to figure out which joint it is and how much pressure you place on that joint when playing.
Answered 10/24/2017
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