It is possible to get carpal tunnel syndrome from playing video games, but there is a small risk of getting carpal tunnel from anything that you partake in for an extended amount of time. Video game console controllers are usually built to form to the relaxed position of the hand, while putting your hand in a position which is found comfortable. Many studies have been done just to form the controllers used today. Since the movements of the hand during gameplay are repetitive, it does slightly increase the odds of you getting carpal tunnel, but not enough to worry about.
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Video games do not kill brain cells. Radiation and toxic substances such as alcohol kill brain cells. Video games are however one of the leading causes of lethargy, obesity, carpal tunnel syndrome and more. These however are not caused by video games but by the weak mental fortitude of many whom play them for too long without proper rest, exercise and proper dietary intake.
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Well it depends on what kind of video games are the kids playing with and how long you use the video games. Some types of video games are for kids not all.
Video games are popular with all age groups. The age group that plays the most is teenagers with 91 percent playing video games. The 18 to 29 year old age group has 81 percent playing video games.