The prevalence of certain upper body abnormalities and their association with mental health among female students at Payame Noor University
Background: The modern increase in mechanical and sedentary lifestyles has led to a rise in musculoskeletal abnormalities within society. These physical irregularities may influence individual mental health.Aim: This study explores the correlation between upper body musculoskeletal abnormalities and...
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| description | Background: The modern increase in mechanical and sedentary lifestyles has led to a rise in musculoskeletal abnormalities within society. These physical irregularities may influence individual mental health.Aim: This study explores the correlation between upper body musculoskeletal abnormalities and mental health among female students at Payame Noor University, Bushehr.Material and Methods: A total of 173 female students were selected via convenience sampling for this cross-sectional study. The presence of scoliosis, forward head posture, kyphosis, and increased lordosis was assessed using a flexible ruler, the New York Test, a chessboard, and a scoliometer. Body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) were also measured. Participants completed the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28). Statistical analysis was conducted using one-sample t-tests and Pearson’s correlation coefficient, with a significance threshold set at P< 0.05.Results: The findings indicated that lordosis was significantly more prevalent among students aged 15 to 24 (t=31.5, P= 0.001) and those aged 25 and above (t=57.3, P= 0.003), compared to societal norms. Other assessed abnormalities were within normal ranges. Mental health vulnerabilities were noted in specific domains; however, no significant correlation was found between mental health status and the physical abnormalities studied.Conclusion: While lordosis was notably more common among the study's participants than in the general population, the incidence of other musculoskeletal abnormalities aligned with societal averages. No substantial impact of these physical conditions on mental health was observed. It is advisable to integrate educational initiatives and corrective exercise programs into the curriculum for educators, coaches, and students to promote overall well-being. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-ef1bfb621e0342028c400ba64ca67c912025-08-20T02:05:48ZengUniversity of TehranSport Sciences and Health Research2981-02052024-01-01161152410.22059/sshr.2024.369970.111596784The prevalence of certain upper body abnormalities and their association with mental health among female students at Payame Noor Universitykhatoon pourmaveddat0Fatemeh Alzahra Pourmavaddat1Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Payame Noor University (PNU), P.O. Box 19395-4697, Tehran, IranLecture, Senior expert in corrective Exercises, physical education department. Payame Noor University (PNU), P.O. Box 19395-4697, Tehran, IranBackground: The modern increase in mechanical and sedentary lifestyles has led to a rise in musculoskeletal abnormalities within society. These physical irregularities may influence individual mental health.Aim: This study explores the correlation between upper body musculoskeletal abnormalities and mental health among female students at Payame Noor University, Bushehr.Material and Methods: A total of 173 female students were selected via convenience sampling for this cross-sectional study. The presence of scoliosis, forward head posture, kyphosis, and increased lordosis was assessed using a flexible ruler, the New York Test, a chessboard, and a scoliometer. Body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) were also measured. Participants completed the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28). Statistical analysis was conducted using one-sample t-tests and Pearson’s correlation coefficient, with a significance threshold set at P< 0.05.Results: The findings indicated that lordosis was significantly more prevalent among students aged 15 to 24 (t=31.5, P= 0.001) and those aged 25 and above (t=57.3, P= 0.003), compared to societal norms. Other assessed abnormalities were within normal ranges. Mental health vulnerabilities were noted in specific domains; however, no significant correlation was found between mental health status and the physical abnormalities studied.Conclusion: While lordosis was notably more common among the study's participants than in the general population, the incidence of other musculoskeletal abnormalities aligned with societal averages. No substantial impact of these physical conditions on mental health was observed. It is advisable to integrate educational initiatives and corrective exercise programs into the curriculum for educators, coaches, and students to promote overall well-being.https://sshr.ut.ac.ir/article_96784_cc79c091fd5b2417788923420d2e0ec8.pdfabnormalitieskyphosismental healthskeletal lordosis |
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| title | The prevalence of certain upper body abnormalities and their association with mental health among female students at Payame Noor University |
| title_full | The prevalence of certain upper body abnormalities and their association with mental health among female students at Payame Noor University |
| title_fullStr | The prevalence of certain upper body abnormalities and their association with mental health among female students at Payame Noor University |
| title_full_unstemmed | The prevalence of certain upper body abnormalities and their association with mental health among female students at Payame Noor University |
| title_short | The prevalence of certain upper body abnormalities and their association with mental health among female students at Payame Noor University |
| title_sort | prevalence of certain upper body abnormalities and their association with mental health among female students at payame noor university |
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