Musculoskeletal disorders in video gamers – a systematic review

Tholl, Chuck; Bickmann, Peter; Wechsler, Konstantin; Froböse, Ingo; Grieben, Christopher

doi:10.1186/s12891-022-05614-0

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“…Visual fatigue problems: e.g., Computer Vision Syndrome (Visual fatigue, low back pain, and tension headaches are the most common symptoms [15]. Musculoskeletal problems: Caused by maintaining a sitting posture for several hours a day [16]. Cardiovascular problems: While the sedentary life of athletes seems to negatively impact blood circulation, on the other hand, the variability of heart rate increases if one competes in esports, improving the body's ability to adapt to different situations [2].…”

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The e-S.F.E.R.A. Questionnaire: A New Tool For Sport Psychologists Working In Mental Training

Caputo¹,

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Background: Esports are gaining worldwide recognition. Given the characteristics of this discipline, esporters need proper mental preparation. The S.F.E.R.A. model is widely used in sport psychology practice in Italy, aiming to maximize athletes’ performance and improve five mental factors: Synchrony, Strength, Energy, Rhythm, and Activation. Objectives: The present study aims at 1) developing a questionnaire to detect those factors and 2) investigating their similarity with more classical psychological dimensions. Methods: A sample of 211 players of competitive online games filled out the “e-S.F.E.R.A. Questionnaire”. Confirmatory Factor Analysis for each factor and regressions on Engagement, Flow and Addiction were performed. Results: Results 1) confirm the monofactorial structures of mental factors and 2) show the positive relations of Energy with Vigor and Dedication of Engagement and Activation with all dimensions considered, including Addiction. Conclusion: This study provides sports psychologists with a new framework and tools for esporters’ mental optimization.

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confidence: 99%

The e-S.F.E.R.A. Questionnaire: A New Tool For Sport Psychologists Working In Mental Training

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Sandretto³

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“…While gaming's entertaining function and social features are beneficial, problematic playing may lead to gamers’ physical, psychological, and social problems. Physically, it can lead to abnormal weight gain or loss ( Ornek et al, 2022 ), impaired sleep quality ( Wong et al, 2020 ), and pain issues caused by poor posture ( Tholl et al, 2022 ). Psychologically, depression and despair are always accompanied by problematic gaming ( Wong et al., 2020 ).…”

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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Internet Gaming Disorder Under the COVID-19 Pandemic Among University Students in Macao

2023

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Introduction During the COVID-19 pandemic, the zero-tolerance policy implemented in Macao affected university students’ life and learning styles. Objectives This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of internet gaming disorder (IGD) and analyze its risk factors among university students of Macao amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods Two hundred and twenty-nine university students were recruited by convenience sampling. The cross-sectional investigation was conducted using the 9-item Chinese version of the IGD Scale, the Chinese Version of the Self-Compassion Scale, and the Chinese version of the Brief Resilience Scale. Results The prevalence was 7.4%. Compared to Non-IGD gamers, the IGD gamers were more likely to be the older, male gender, with a longer gaming history, with more game hours per day in the last month, and with a lower self-compassion score and resilience. Conclusion The prevalence of IGD increased. Students who are the older, male gender, with more gaming time, low self-compassion, and low resilience, have a high possibility of IGD.

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“…The outcomes recommend an association between these hazards considering the working environment that intensified the likelihood of revealing side effects in the upper appendages. 6,7 A prior paper depicted the workplace and the well-being circumstance of creation specialists at a little Norwegian industrial facility, preceding a broad ergonomics exertion that essentially meant to diminish static muscle strain by building new work environments. 8,9 It was presumed that the old work circumstance fundamentally added to an abnormal state it musculoskeletal disarranges, undoubtedly because the old work circumstance made it important to work with an abnormal state of muscle load for long stretches of the working day.…”

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Knowledge and Practices of Ergonomics in Students of Private Universities Using Computers

Yousaf

Batool

Ain

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Background: Using computers in an awkward posture for a prolonged period leads to musculoskeletal disorders. The proper use of ergonomics while using a computer or laptop is imperative. Improper use of computers may affect health and cause musculoskeletal disorders. Objective: To determine the knowledge and practices of ergonomics in students of private universities using computers or laptops. Methods: It was a cross-sectional survey conducted in different private universities in Lahore the data was collected through a self-made questionnaire. The sample size is 600 calculated by using a 90% confidence interval and a 5% margin of error. Data were collected from both male and female students aged between 18 to 26 years’ private university students using laptops or computers for at least five years and students who have musculoskeletal disorders and desktop computer users for less than five years were excluded. The categorical variables were evaluated by frequency and percentages, while mean and standard deviation were calculated by continuous variables. Results: Despite the presence of chair arms, 46.2% of employees can easily reach their workstations, while 53.8% are unable to do so. About 46.2 percent of people find it difficult to relax their arms and shoulders without the arms of their chair interfering. 53.8% of people can relax their arms and shoulders without being hindered by the arms of their chair. When working on a keyboard, 55.3% of people have their shoulders relaxed and not raised, whereas 44.7% have their shoulders raised and are not relaxed. 54% of people prefer to rest their arms at their sides rather than have them extended out in front of them, while 46% prefer not to rest their arms at their sides and instead have them stretched out in front of them. Conclusion: It was concluded that knowledge and practices of computer ergonomics in students are essential to avoid various health, postural and musculoskeletal problems. Ergonomics interventions aimed to prevent musculoskeletal disorders can be applied through the assessment of risks and safety measures. Similarly, occupational therapists and physical therapists can help computer workers regarding the posture and guidelines required for prolonged computer work.

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Musculoskeletal disorders in video gamers – a systematic review

Cited by 32 publications

References 59 publications

The e-S.F.E.R.A. Questionnaire: A New Tool For Sport Psychologists Working In Mental Training

The e-S.F.E.R.A. Questionnaire: A New Tool For Sport Psychologists Working In Mental Training

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Internet Gaming Disorder Under the COVID-19 Pandemic Among University Students in Macao

Knowledge and Practices of Ergonomics in Students of Private Universities Using Computers

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