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Persistence of Structural Reasoning in Brazilian Physiotherapy: A Cross-Sectional Study on 'Text Neck' Beliefs.

PubMed / Musculoskeletal Care · 2026-04-01 · By Arrigoni J, de França Moreira M, Meziat-Filho N, et al. · Musculoskeletal care

A cross-sectional study examined how widely Brazilian physiotherapists hold structural or biomechanical explanations for 'text neck,' a condition attributed to forward head posture during device use. Findings indicate that structure-based reasoning remains prevalent among practitioners in Brazil, despite growing evidence supporting biopsychosocial frameworks for neck pain. The results highlight an ongoing gap between current pain science and clinical beliefs within the profession.

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