Computer-usage and associated musculoskeletal discomfort in college students

Pattath, Priyadarshini; Webb, Lisa

doi:10.3233/wor-210523

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“…Given the finding that age group was significant only for male students, it is worthwhile to explore risk factors with a larger sample containing different age groups of male and female students. The findings of this study indicate that it is important to emphasize the benefits of ergonomics and prevention of MSD for male in the age group of 26-35 years, both in the college atmosphere as well as in the workplace for men 18,[19][20][21] . Similarly, it is worth noting that regardless of age, for females due to the difference JRPMS in the skeletal system, adequate breaks from using the computer, and avoiding awkward postures are necessary to mitigate the risk factors of MSD and prevention.…”

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Gender differences in musculoskeletal discomfort due to computer use among university students in the United States

Pattath

2024

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Objective: Women report higher incidence of musculoskeletal discomfort due to computer use. This study examines the gender differences in the association of musculoskeletal discomfort and computing characteristics among university students. Methods: A cross-sectional survey design was used with a sample size of 338 students from a public university. Multivariable logistic regression models were used to assess associations of musculoskeletal discomfort and participant characteristics. Results: 61% of students reported having MSD. Male students between the age group of 26-35 years (AOR=5.086 [CI=1. 05-24.48]) and those who only sometimes took breaks (AOR=3. ) were more likely to report MSDs. Female students who used computer for more than 8 hours a day ), those who spent between 5-8 hours (AOR=2.174 [CI=1.04-4.51]), and those who assumed awkward postures (AOR =5.588 ) were more likely to report MSDs after adjustment. Conclusion: It is important to emphasize the benefits of ergonomics for males in the adult age group. Regardless of age, for female students' adequate breaks from using the computer, and avoiding awkward postures are necessary to prevent and mitigate the risk factors of musculoskeletal discomfort. The different risks factors for male and female students have important implications for prevention of musculoskeletal disorders.

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Gender differences in musculoskeletal discomfort due to computer use among university students in the United States

Pattath

2024

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“…i.e., computer usage for study and during leisure time activities. This measure was justified by the need to take into account the impact of the actual time spent at the computer on the occurrence MSD [ 12 , 13 , 14 , 15 , 16 , 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 , 36 , 37 ]. However, prolonged computer use, was not a differentiating factor in the occurrence of musculoskeletal complaints of the neck and lumbar areas.…”

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Ergonomics of E-Learning Workstations and the Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders—Study among University Students

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Jóźwiak

Jankowska

et al. 2023

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The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) has increased significantly in recent years. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a fundamental change in the lifestyles, ways of learning and working patterns of the general population, which in turn, might lead to health consequences. The aim of this study was to evaluate the conditions of e-learning and the impact of the learning modality on the occurrence of musculoskeletal symptoms among university students in Poland. This cross-sectional study included 914 students who completed an anonymous questionnaire. The questions covered two time periods (before and during the COVID-19 pandemic) and were aimed at obtaining information about lifestyle (including physical activity using the modified International Physical Activity Questionnaire, 2007 (IPAQ), perceived stress and sleep patterns), the ergonomics of computer workstations (by Rapid Office Strain Assessment, 2012 (ROSA) method), the incidence and severity of musculoskeletal symptoms (by the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire, 2018 (NMQ)) and headaches. The main differences between the two periods were statistically significant according to the Wilcoxon test in terms of physical activity, computer use time, and severity of headaches. During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a significant increase in MSD (68.2% vs. 74.6%) and their intensity (2.83 ± 2.36 vs. 3.50 ± 2.79 points) among the student population (p < 0.001). In the group of students with MSD, there was a high musculoskeletal load, due to the lack of ergonomic remote learning workstations. In future, a thorough study should be carried out, and there is an urgent need to raise students’ awareness of arranging learning workstations according to ergonomic principles in order to prevent the occurrence of musculoskeletal problems.

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“…The use of electronics has become an indispensable part of modern society, but it also causes health problems such as musculoskeletal disorders. [12][13][14][15] According to the latest research, more than 170 million people worldwide suffer from musculoskeletal disorders, including lower back pain, neck pain, and fractures. [16] The impact of these problems on quality of life is highly significant at all ages, [17,18] and distance learning has…”

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The prevalence of neck pain among online learning students: An observational study

Zheng,

Li,

Cheng

et al. 2024

Medicine

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Neck pain is among the most prevalent musculoskeletal disorders affecting the general population. During the 2019 coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, students have increasingly resorted to online learning, requiring prolonged use of electronic devices. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of and factors influencing neck pain during online learning. The study employed a cross-sectional design. Eligible participants were nursing students who had been receiving online instruction for a duration exceeding 3 months. To develop the study instrument, the researchers integrated the study objectives with insights from an extensive literature review. This process culminated in the creation of a comprehensive online questionnaire designed to capture relevant data. The prevalence of neck pain among students was analyzed for both the pre-COVID-19 and during COVID-19 periods. The chi-square test was utilized to compare the occurrence of neck pain between these 2 periods, while binary logistic regression was employed to examine the association between various influencing factors and neck pain. This study revealed that out of the 426 students who participated in the study, 391 were female (91.8%) and 35 were male (8.2%). The prevalence of neck pain during online learning (62.7%) was significantly higher than before online learning (37.3%) (P < .05). A significant correlation was also found between neck pain and learning while lying on a bed or table, duration of use of electronic devices, and exercising habits (P < .05). The prevalence of neck pain among students has significantly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. Future research should focus on evaluating the long-term impact of distance learning on undergraduate students. Additionally, it is imperative to develop and implement targeted intervention programs based on the identified influencing factors to mitigate the prevalence of neck pain and alleviate neck discomfort.

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Computer-usage and associated musculoskeletal discomfort in college students

Cited by 4 publications

References 20 publications

Gender differences in musculoskeletal discomfort due to computer use among university students in the United States

Gender differences in musculoskeletal discomfort due to computer use among university students in the United States

Ergonomics of E-Learning Workstations and the Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders—Study among University Students

The prevalence of neck pain among online learning students: An observational study

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