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However, nationally representative data from Saudi Arabia remain limited as most existing studies have focused on specific occupational groups or localized populations. This study examines the prevalence, determinants, and risk factors of NSP among Saudi adults.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Materials and Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A cross\u2010sectional study was conducted between May and September 2024 among 2171 adults across Saudi Arabia. Data were collected from participants aged \u2265 18\u2009years using a structured, validated questionnaire assessing NSP prevalence, sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle factors, and comorbidities.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Result<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      Among 2171 participants (mean age of 29\u2009\u00b1\u200912), 54% were females. The overall point prevalence of neck pain was 39.1%, while shoulder pain affected 38.6% of participants. Higher odds of neck pain were associated with use of electronic devices (OR\u2009=\u20091.82,\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u20090.003), occupational tasks with extended standing (OR\u2009=\u20091.53,\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u20090.003), and history of trauma (OR\u2009=\u20092.52,\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009&lt;\u20090.001). Shoulder pain was associated with prolonged use of electronic devices (OR\u2009=\u20092.14,\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009&lt;\u20090.001) and history of trauma (OR\u2009=\u20094.77,\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009&lt;\u20090.001). Notably, regular exercise and male sex were protective against both neck pain and shoulder pain compared to females.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>NSP is common among Saudi adults and linked to modifiable lifestyle and work\u2010related factors, underscoring the need for prevention, ergonomic measures, and regular pain management. Long\u2010term studies are needed to evaluate its impact and treatment outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>","DOI":"10.1155\/prm\/9087950","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2026,6,8]],"date-time":"2026-06-08T08:52:06Z","timestamp":1780908726000},"update-policy":"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1002\/crossmark_policy","source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":0,"title":["Prevalence and Determinants of Neck and Shoulder Pain Among Saudi Adults: A Cross\u2010Sectional Study"],"prefix":"10.1155","volume":"2026","author":[{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0002-4525-1191","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Mohammad A.","family":"Jareebi","sequence":"first","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0006-7960-9354","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Yazeed Bader","family":"Abutaleb","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0009-1003-5681","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Sultan Sayil Ghazi","family":"Aldalbahi","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0002-7038-5519","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Adel Ali","family":"Alharfi","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0005-7379-5224","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Faisal Mayudh","family":"Althobaiti","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"given":"Lama Mohammad","family":"Barnawi","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0007-5642-4530","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Noura Mohammed","family":"Alateeq","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"given":"Hajer Othman","family":"Alrabea","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0002-9795-477X","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Ibrahim A.","family":"Hakami","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0003-1457-3064","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Majed A.","family":"Ryani","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0001-5849-6238","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Ahmed A.","family":"Bahri","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0002-7241-7222","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Yahya A.","family":"Maslamani","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"given":"Ali Abdullah","family":"Masmali","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0003-0841-6724","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Abdulwahab A.","family":"Aqeeli","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]},{"ORCID":"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0002-5388-7579","authenticated-orcid":false,"given":"Mohammed","family":"Alasmari","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"vocabulary":"crossref","role":"author"}]}],"member":"311","published-online":{"date-parts":[[2026,6,8]]},"reference":[{"key":"e_1_2_14_1_2","doi-asserted-by":"publisher","DOI":"10.1016\/j.heliyon.2023.e21296"},{"key":"e_1_2_14_2_2","first-page":"366","article-title":"Gender Differences in Prevalence and Risk Factors for Neck Pain in Office Workers: a Systematic Review","volume":"31","author":"Chen X.","year":"2021","journal-title":"Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation"},{"key":"e_1_2_14_3_2","doi-asserted-by":"publisher","DOI":"10.1080\/00140139.2015.1056237"},{"key":"e_1_2_14_4_2","first-page":"50","article-title":"Physical Inactivity in Saudi Arabia Revisited: a Systematic Review of Inactivity Prevalence and Perceived Barriers to Active Living","volume":"12","author":"Al-Hazzaa H. 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