Selfie wrist injuries on the rise

The video discusses the risks associated with taking selfies, particularly the potential for wrist injuries like distal radius fractures. It highlights research findings that show people often lose spatial awareness when focused on their smartphones, which can lead to accidents. In severe cases, these injuries may result in trauma or require hospitalization.

What is a common injury associated with selfie risks?

• Sprained ankle

• Fracture of the distal radius

• Dislocated shoulder

• Bruised knee

What do people often compromise when taking selfies?

• Their sense of style

• Their sense of space

• Their sense of time

• Their sense of direction

What do people tend to focus on instead of their surroundings when taking selfies?

• Their friends

• Their hair

• Their clothes

• Their smartphones

What are the potential severe outcomes of selfie-related injuries?

• Trauma or hospitalization

• Temporary discomfort

• Mild headaches

• Minor bruises

In extreme cases, what can selfie-related injuries lead to?

• A minor inconvenience

• A fun story to tell

• A quick recovery

• Trauma or hospitalization