Digital Age Sedentarism: Postural Health and Psychosomatic Outcomes from a Physiotherapy Lens
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https://doi.org/10.29070/a25h3y73Keywords:
digital age, screen time, posture, stressAbstract
The rapid digitalization of modern society has led to increased sedentary behavior, significantly impacting physical and mental health. This study investigates the relationship between sedentary lifestyle, postural deviations, and psychosomatic wellbeing from a physiotherapy perspective. A cross-sectional analytical study was conducted among 200 individuals aged 18–45 years with prolonged screen exposure. Standardized tools including the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ), Postural Assessment Scale, and Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21) were used. Statistical analysis revealed significant correlations between sedentary duration, postural abnormalities, and psychosomatic symptoms (p < 0.05). The findings emphasize the need for physiotherapy-led interventions focusing on ergonomics, posture correction, and holistic rehabilitation.
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