Assessing the Impact of Excessive Electronic Gadget Usage on the Ergonomics and Health of Genz: A Multidisciplinary Study

The study explores GenZ's electronic gadget usage patterns, covering smartphones, tablets, laptops, and gaming consoles.It examines usage duration, positions, and sleep habits.Additionally, it delves into accessory preference, peak usage times, posture, and awareness.Participants answered questions on smartphone habits, posture changes, exercise, pain management, and discomfort.Findings reveal discomfort in eyes, neck, back, wrists, and hands, with symptoms like pain, irritation, dryness, and tiredness.Post-usage hygiene and consultations with healthcare professionals were also noted.This research sheds light on GenZ's gadget habits and their potential impact on well-being.A Descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out across age, gender, education, and residence of 275 respondents belonging to GenZ.Data analysis was done using chi-square and mean calculation.The results unveiled the impact of electronic devices on daily routines and overall wellbeing.They provided valuable insights into user habits and potential implications for ergonomics and health.The research aimed to elucidate the relationship between electronic gadget usage and physical well-being, offering valuable insights for further investigation into potential health implications and physical effects of prolonged electronic gadget use, as well as potential avenues for mitigating discomfort and promoting user well-being.