Neck Health in the Digital Age: A Scoping Review of Risk Factors

Presenting Author(s)

Sheng-Che Yen, PhD, PT

Clinical Professor
Northeastern University
Hui-Wen Lin, PhD

Associate Professor
Institute of Medicine, Chung Shan MedicalUniversity, Taichung, Taiwan
MJ

Melodi Jahangiri, M.S.

MS Student, Occupational Sciences & Technology
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
MM

Megan Moore, M.S.

MS Student, Occupational Sciences & Technology
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
CF

Clarissa Figueroa, M.S.

MS Student, Occupational Sciences & Technology
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
BM

Brenna Marlin, M.S.

MS Student, Occupational Sciences & Technology
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Describe the key demographic, occupational, lifestyle, postural, technology use, and psychological factors associated with an increased risk of neck pain.
Interpret findings from a scoping review of studies published between 2000 and 2024 that report odds ratios related to neck pain risk factors.
Identify potential areas for early intervention and preventive strategies targeting modifiable risk factors contributing to neck pain in the digital age.