ABSTRACT:

Background

Previously presented literature had demonstrated the importance of posture care knowledge and duration of work hours. In this study we are seeking to evaluate the frequency of neck pain in computer users in Lahore. I not only label a previously ignored issue but also seek to completely evaluate this issue to search ways to control the problems.

Objective

The objective of the study was to find the frequency of work related neck pain in computer users in Lahore

Materials and methods

Sixty four computer users from banks, offices, and universities participated in study. The study was cross sectional survey research. A questionnaire was distributed for data collection. In the study 66% participants were male and 34% were females.

Results

From the sample of 64 computer users 78% of people in Lahore who were using computer experienced neck pain. This is the result of our study.

Conclusion

A total 11 variables related to work related neck pain were studied. The three most significant variables were occupation, no. of hours of daily use of computer and knowledge of posture. Frequency of neck pain was 78% in computer users.

Keywords: Neck pain, computer users, office workers, posture