Gaming addiction affects children and young people not only mentally but also orthopedically. Stating that long-term posture disorders cause a decrease in muscle strength and aesthetic deterioration of the body, experts draw attention to the emergence of a condition called "false hump".
Üsküdar University NPISTANBUL Hospital Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist Specialist. Dr. Abdullah Şarlak pointed out that game addiction and long-term use of electronic devices negatively affect spinal health.
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Neck and back muscles are affected
"Game addiction negatively affects children in the developmental age in terms of orthopedics," warns Specialist. Dr. Abdullah Şarlak said the following:
"Due to staying in the same position for a long time, contraction of the neck and back muscles and numbness in the hand occur. This leads to neck and back pain. As a result of nerve pressure, numbness occurs in the arms and hands. Weight gain and joint disorders occur as a result of inactivity. It results in decreased muscle strength and aesthetic deterioration of the body. A hunchback (false) appearance occurs."
Causes flattening of the spine
Stating that the constant use of tablets, cell phones and computers negatively affects the spine structure, Specialist. Dr. Abdullah Şarlak said, "Pain and flattening occur in the spine, neck and back pain occur due to decreased muscle strength. It causes existing deformities to increase over time."
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Gaming addiction may be the cause of chronic pain
Uzm. Dr. Abdullah Şarlak noted that staying in the wrong position for a long time due to decreased muscle strength can cause chronic pain and said, "Pain requires treatment. Flattening in the neck and a false hunchback appearance in the back occur."
Exercise should be done with a break
Noting that a break should be taken especially when using tablets and computers, Specialist. Dr. Abdullah Şarlak said, "During these breaks, exercises should be done to maintain strength. It is necessary to stand up and walk, do neck and waist exercises. In addition, the table and chair used should be ergonomic."