Investigating the Association of Computer Vision Syndrome with Forward-Headed and Kyphotic Posture among Undergraduate Information Technology Student
Abstract
Introduction: Computers and visual display devices have become indispensable in our daily lives. The frequent use of these devices has led to the emergence of computer vision syndrome (CVS). Coupled with poor ergonomics, musculoskeletal diseases are on the rise due to excessive computer use. Accordingly, this study investigates the association between CVS and forward-headed and kyphotic posture in undergraduate IT students.
Materials and Methods: We conducted an observational cross-sectional study involving 300 undergraduate IT students. We used a modified CVS questionnaire to assess CVS and the Kinovea software to diagnose forward head posture. We also used the occiput wall distance test to assess kyphosis.
Results: In this study, a majority of undergraduate students (88%, 264 out of 300) exhibited CVS, resulting in forward head posture and kyphosis. There was a significant association between CVS, forward head posture, and kyphosis.
Conclusion: Computer vision syndrome is strongly associated with forward head posture and kyphosis. Prolonged computer device usage leads to changes in body posture, affecting the neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists/hands, upper back, and lower back.
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| DOI | https://doi.org/10.18502/jmr.v18i4.16911 | |
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| Forward head posture Kyphosis Craniovertebral angle Occiput to wall distance test IT students | ||
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