The goal of this observational study is to learn about the prevalence of musculoskeletal pain in undergraduate medical students and its association with perceived stress. The main question it aims to answer is: Is there any association between musculoskeletal pain and stress in medical students of Pakistan? Participants filled out an online survey questions about their pain frequency and stress experienced.
the study is a cross sectional study conducted in Pakistan.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
790
This study is purely observational. Participants will complete a questionnaire regarding musculoskeletal pain. No interventions, treatments, or procedures are administered as part of the study.
Services Institute of Medical Sciences
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among medical students, assessed using a standardized questionnaire (Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire).
Musculoskeletal pain was assessed using a validated questionnaire to determine prevalence and anatomical distribution among participants
Time frame: Single assessment during academic year 2025
Association between stress levels and musculoskeletal pain
Stress level was measured using a validated scale ( Perceived Stress Scale) and analyzed for correlation with the presence, severity, and distribution of musculoskeletal pain among participants.
Time frame: Single assessment during academic year 2025
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