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For long calls while typing, what is better than pinching the phone against your shoulder?

Use a headset.

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  1. Switch shoulders every few minutes
  2. Use a headset ✔
  3. Lift your shoulder higher

Why: Use a headset for long calls while typing. Pinching a phone between your head and shoulder can cause neck pain.

Huh, didn't know that: Keep the phone within easy reach to reduce repeated stretching.

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Answer: Use a headset. Use a headset for long calls while typing. Pinching a phone between your head and shoulder can cause neck pain.

  1. OSHA: Computer Workstations, Telephones www.osha.gov/etools/computer-workstations/components/telephones
    Use a speaker phone or head set for long conversations.
    Checked 2026-10-07.

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