Risk Factors Associated with Neck Pain among Subjects with Upper Cross Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract

Background: Maintaining a bad posture during long-time use of mobiles, laptops, and desktops can lead to Upper cross syndrome. It is a postural dysfunction which can lead to various problems like neck pain, loss of neck range of motion and functional restrictions. If left untreated, it can lead to secondary complications. The study aimed to identify the risk factors for neck pain in Upper cross syndrome.

Methods: The study was conducted on 400 subjects having upper cross syndrome. Risk factors for neck pain (Age, Gender, BMI and profession, working hours) were examined by univariate and multivariate analysis.

Results: Neck pain occurred in 246 out of 400 subjects. Univariate and multivariate analysis suggested that occupation (p<0.027) and long working hours (p=0.000) were the independent risk factors for neck pain in upper cross syndrome.

Conclusion:  Profession and long working hours can be the risk factors for neck pain in upper cross syndrome.