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Gholami M, Kalantari R. Musculoskeletal Disorders among Smartphone Play to Earn Gamers: An Emerging Concern. jhehp 2025; 11 (1) :1-2
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1- Department of Occupational Health Engineering, Faculty of Public Health, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran.
2- Department of Occupational Health Engineering, Faculty of Public Health, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran.
2- Department of Occupational Health Engineering, Faculty of Public Health, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran.
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Advancements in communication technology have led to the rise of mobile Play to Earn games (P2E), causing increased smartphone usage. As players engage more frequently in these games, they earn more in-game currency. However, excessive gaming is associated with musculoskeletal disorders, especially in the neck and upper extremities, due to poor posture and repetitive movements. We recommend that P2E platform designers warn gamers about the health risks associated with poor posture, repetitive movements, and prolonged smartphone use before they start playing these games. Moreover, health professionals, including ergonomists, should guide the public and raise awareness about the health consequences of smartphone overuse. Furthermore, public health programs should focus on educating people on ways to prevent musculoskeletal symptoms.
Keywords: Musculoskeletal disorders, Play to earn games, Smartphone gamers, Posture, Repetitive tapping
Type of Study: Letter to Editor |
Subject:
Occupational and Industrial Health
Received: 2024/11/20 | Accepted: 2025/01/1 | Published: 2025/01/13
Received: 2024/11/20 | Accepted: 2025/01/1 | Published: 2025/01/13
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