Posture in the Digital Era: Investigating the Relationship Between Screen Time and Postural Health Among Students

Author(s)	Mr. Ishaan Sood
Country	India
Abstract	This pilot study investigated the relationship between screen time and postural health among school and college students using a cross-sectional online survey (N = 20). Data on screen time, device-use behaviours, ergonomic awareness, and musculoskeletal discomfort were collected and analysed using descriptive statistics. Smartphones were the primary device used by most participants, and device use while lying on a bed was highly prevalent. Participants with higher daily screen time reported a greater prevalence of musculoskeletal complaints than those with lower screen time. The findings suggest that prolonged screen use and poor ergonomic habits may be associated with adverse postural health outcomes. Further research with larger and more diverse populations is recommended.
Keywords	Screen Time, Postural Health, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Ergonomics, Digital Device Use, school and college students, Forward Head Posture, Adolescent Health
Field	Physical Science
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 4, July-August 2026
Published On	2026-07-07
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i04.83232

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