Musculoskeletal Pain and Its Association With Stress in Medical Students

The goal of this observational study is to learn about the prevalence of musculoskeletal pain in undergraduate medical students and its association with perceived stress. The main question it aims to answer is:

Is there any association between musculoskeletal pain and stress in medical students of Pakistan? Participants filled out an online survey questions about their pain frequency and stress experienced.

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Key information

Conditions

Muskuloskeletan Pain Stress (Psychology)

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Services Institute of Medical Sciences

Lahore, Punjab Province, 53700, Pakistan

About this study

the study is a cross sectional study conducted in Pakistan.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Undergraduate medical students enrolled in MBBS in medical colleges of Pakistan.

Students present during the data collection period.

Exclusion criteria

Students with a previously diagnosed musculoskeletal disorder (e.g., arthritis, lupus, fibromyalgia) Incomplete questionnaire responses

Treatment and study plan

Observational Assessment Only

Other

This study is purely observational. Participants will complete a questionnaire regarding musculoskeletal pain. No interventions, treatments, or procedures are administered as part of the study.

Primary outcomes

Prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among medical students, assessed using a standardized questionnaire (Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire).

Time frame: Single assessment during academic year 2025

Musculoskeletal pain was assessed using a validated questionnaire to determine prevalence and anatomical distribution among participants

Secondary outcomes

Association between stress levels and musculoskeletal pain

Time frame: Single assessment during academic year 2025

Stress level was measured using a validated scale ( Perceived Stress Scale) and analyzed for correlation with the presence, severity, and distribution of musculoskeletal pain among participants.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Services Institute of Medical Sciences, Pakistan

Other Gov

Registry information

Official study title

Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Pain and Its Association With Perceived Stress Among Medical Students of Pakistan: a Cross-sectional Study

Important dates

Study start: 2025
Primary completion: 2025
Study completion: 2025
First posted: Nov 20, 2025
Registry last updated: Nov 20, 2025

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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