Boredom and Students Low Back Pain. A narrative Review

By, Phd(c). Kristi Çela

Abstract

Low back pain (LBP) affected more than 619 million individuals globally in 2020, and according to the Global Burden of Disease study, this number is projected to rise to 843 million by 2050, establishing LBP as one of the most prevalent health conditions of modern times. Among those affected, students represent a significant population, with prevalence rates reaching as high as 94% in some studies. Research suggests that prolonged lecture hours contribute to increased boredom among students, an emotion experienced universally and defined as a lack of stimulation or interest, engagement in monotonous activities, or activities perceived as unchallenging. Common causes of boredom for college students include lengthy classes, lack of activities, monotony, loneliness, and waiting periods. Boredom often manifests in altered body postures, such as slumped, hunched, or forward-leaning positions during extended sitting periods in classrooms. These postural changes are associated with a heightened risk of developing low back pain. Key Words: Boredom, Low Back Pain, Students, Posture, Boredom Proneness.