Treffer: Telerehabilitation Strategy for University Students with Back Pain Based on 3D Animations: Case Study.

Nowadays, the use of technology has become increasingly indispensable, leading to prolonged exposure to computers and other screen devices. This situation is common in work areas related to Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), where people spend long hours in front of a computer. This exposure has been associated with the development of musculoskeletal disorders, among which nonspecific back pain is particularly prevalent. This observational study presents the design of a telerehabilitation strategy based on 3D animations, which is aimed at enhancing the musculoskeletal health of individuals working or studying in ICT-related fields. The intervention was developed through the Moodle platform and designed using the ADDIE instructional model, incorporating educational content and therapeutic exercises adapted to digital ergonomics. The sample included university students in the field of computer science who were experiencing symptoms associated with prolonged computer use. After a four-week intervention period, the results show favorable changes in pain perception and knowledge of postural hygiene. These findings suggest that a distance-based educational and therapeutic strategy may be a useful approach for the prevention and treatment of back pain in academic settings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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