Hubungan Lama Penggunaan Gadget dengan Kejadian Nyeri Leher pada Mahasiswa Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Sumatera Utara

Abstract

Background. The increasing use of gadgets across various groups, including university students, can impact health, particularly related to neck pain. Neck pain, as a consequence of excessive gadget use, can lead to symptoms like fatigue, stiffness, and even disability, which interfere with daily activities. Objective. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the gadget usage time and the incidence of neck pain among students in the Faculty of Medicine at Universitas Sumatera Utara. Methods. This study is a descriptive-analytic research with a cross-sectional approach, involving 300 students from the classes of 2021, 2022, and 2023 as the research population. Data collection was conducted using a questionnaire. Bivariate analysis was performed using the Spearman Rank correlation test to assess the relationship between the gadget usage time and neck pain intensity. Results. Out of 300 respondents, 72.3% reported experiencing neck pain, with most using gadgets in a seated position. The analysis indicated a significant relationship between the gadget usage time and the incidence of neck pain, with a weak correlation strength. Conclusion. Gadget usage time has a significant but weak association with the incidence of neck pain among students at the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Sumatera Utara. This study emphasizes the importance of managing gadget usage time to reduce the risk of neck pain.