Muskuloskeletan Pain, Stress (Psychology)
Conditions
Brief summary
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.
Detailed description
the study is a cross sectional study conducted in Pakistan.
Interventions
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.
Sponsors
Services Institute of Medical Sciences, Pakistan
Study design
Observational model
OTHER
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Undergraduate medical students enrolled in MBBS in medical colleges of Pakistan. Students present during the data collection period.
Exclusion criteria
* Students with a previously diagnosed musculoskeletal disorder (e.g., arthritis, lupus, fibromyalgia) Incomplete questionnaire responses
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among medical students, assessed using a standardized questionnaire (Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire). | Single assessment during academic year 2025 | Musculoskeletal pain was assessed using a validated questionnaire to determine prevalence and anatomical distribution among participants |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Association between stress levels and musculoskeletal pain | Single assessment during academic year 2025 | 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. |
Countries
Pakistan
Outcome results
None listed