• Dr,. ANUPAMA DHURIA
• Dr. SHALLABH KUMAR SINGH

In the digital age, electronic devices have become integral to daily life, with implications extending to health and well-being. This study addresses the emerging concern of Text Neck Syndrome (TNS) among college students. TNS, characterized by discomfort from prolonged poor posture while using electronic devices, poses potential health risks. The prevalence of TNS and its associated factors were investigated among 150 college students from diverse disciplines. Structured questionnaires and physical assessments were employed to collect data on demographics, device usage habits, screen time, and posture. Descriptive and inferential analyses were conducted to examine the data. The findings underscore the substantial prevalence of TNS symptoms among college students. Notably, 73.3% reported neck pain or discomfort, 60.0% experienced upper back pain, and 63.3% exhibited forward head posture. The association between forward head posture and TNS symptoms was significant, highlighting the role of poor posture in discomfort. Remarkably, participants demonstrated altered neck angles during device usage, indicative of potential musculoskeletal strain. These outcomes emphasize the urgency of addressing TNS in the college student demographic. Promoting awareness, introducing proactive interventions, and advocating for ergonomic practices are vital to mitigating the negative effects of prolonged device usage. While the study is limited by its cross-sectional design, the implications for cultivating healthy digital device habits are substantial.

Text Neck Syndrome, electronic device usage, posture, prevalence.

"TEXT NECK SYNDROME IN HIGHER EDUCATION: AN INVESTIGATION INTO PREVALENCE AND CONTRIBUTING FACTORS", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 9, page no.a38-a42, September-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2309007.pdf

"TEXT NECK SYNDROME IN HIGHER EDUCATION: AN INVESTIGATION INTO PREVALENCE AND CONTRIBUTING FACTORS", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 9, page no. ppa38-a42, September-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2309007.pdf