Correlation between information and communication technology tool addiction, dynamic balance, and aerobic capacity among collegiate students: A correlational study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: In today’s digitized world, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools have become omnipresent. Despite numerous benefits, their excessive use can lead to problematic engagement. Growing concerns exist about the potential negative impacts of ICT tool addiction on various aspects of health and well-being, including physical fitness. This study aimed is to find the correlation between ICT tool addiction and dynamic balance and also to find the correlation between ICT tool addiction and aerobic capacity. METHODOLOGY: Forty-six collegiate participants aged 18–35 years were enrolled in a correlation study. ICT addiction, aerobic capacity, and dynamic balance were assessed using the Internet addiction test, 3-min step test, and Y-balance test. DATA ANALYSIS AND RESULTS: Pearson correlation was used to analyze associations between variables. The findings suggested a significant correlation between ICT tool addiction and aerobic capacity, but no significant correlation between ICT and dynamic balance. CONCLUSIONS: It has been concluded that ICT tool addiction significantly affects the aerobic capacity but does not have any significant effect on dynamic balance among the collegiate students.