The Relationship Between Usage of Personal Electronic Devices and Musculoskeletal Pain in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review

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Over the last decade, the use of personal electronic devices has increased rapidly in both children and adolescents. With this growth comes a need to understand the potential association between personal electronic device usage and musculoskeletal disorders. This systematic review aimed to explore the current research to establish whether there is a relationship between children’s (aged 5-17 years) musculoskeletal pain and their usage of personal electronic devices, and to determine any associated risk factors.