A study reveals the link between excessive smartphone use and back pain in adolescentsResearchers’ alarm: Excessive smartphone use and back painRecent research has shown that teenagers who use smartphones for more than three hours a day are more prone to experiencing spinal problems, particularly thoracic spine pain (TSP). This condition occurs in the back of the chest, extending from the base of the neck to the beginning of the lumbar spine. The study, conducted by Brazilian researchers and published in the Healthcare journal, analyzed data from students aged 14 to 18. The prevalence of TSP varies globally, ranging from 13% to 35% among children and adolescents. The need for greater awareness and targeted interventionsThe growing evidence of the link between excessive smartphone use and back pain in young people underscores the need for greater awareness of this issue.

Source: Hindustan Times January 02, 2024 15:22 UTC