Symptom Severity, Posture, Pain, and Physical Activity in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Investigation of Symptom Severity, Posture, Musculoskeletal Pain, and Physical Activity Levels in Patients With Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

This study is a cross-sectional research designed to investigate symptom severity, posture, musculoskeletal pain, and physical activity levels in individuals with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Symptom severity will be assessed using the GERD-Q and PROMIS GERD scales. Postural assessment will be performed using the Posture Screen Lite application. Musculoskeletal pain will be evaluated with the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and a body diagram, while physical activity levels will be measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ).

The aim of the study is to determine whether GERD is associated not only with gastrointestinal symptoms but also with functional parameters such as posture, pain, and physical activity level.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Being diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Age between 18 and 65 years
• Willingness to participate in the study assessments

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of a diagnosed psychiatric disorder
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding status