Desk jobs linked to rising neck pain in India

Nearly 200 million people worldwide had cervical pain in 2020, projected to rise to 270 million by 2050, per The Lancet.

The WHO identifies musculoskeletal disorders as leading causes of work-related disability and absenteeism.

Doctors report a sharp rise in young Indian professionals aged 20–30 with neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and posture issues due to desk jobs and screen time.

Cervical pain affects productivity, mental well-being, and healthcare costs.

Poor posture, prolonged laptop and smartphone use, and sedentary lifestyles are key drivers of the epidemic.