NCT07739836 Effects of Physical Use Characteristics During Academic Education on Musculoskeletal Function and Body Awareness in University Students From Different Academic Departments
| NCT ID | NCT07739836 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Health Institutes of Turkey |
| Condition | Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department Students & Architecture Department Students |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 300 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-08-04 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-09 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 300 participants in total. It began in 2026-08-04 with a primary completion date of 2026-09.
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Brief Summary
Aim of the study is to compare the levels of spinal stabilization, posture, deep neck flexor muscle endurance, and body awareness of physiotherapy and rehabilitation students and architecture students, whose academic training processes and professional practices are different but intensive, and who possess different physical usage characteristics in these processes, and to reveal the effects of professional training content on the musculoskeletal system.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being a university student aged 18-25. * Being a second-year or higher student in the Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department (n=150). * Being a second-year or higher student in the Architecture Department (n=150). * Having a daily screen time (computer, tablet, mobile phone) of ≥ 3 hours. * Agreeing to participate in the study voluntarily. Exclusion Criteria: * Having a diagnosis of surgery or serious injury in the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar region within the last 6 months. * Individuals with diagnosed musculoskeletal, neurological, or vestibular system pathologies. * Individuals with orthopedic deformities that may affect posture (e.g., scoliosis \>20° Cobb angle). * Professional athletes or individuals who regularly engage in strength training.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07739836 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 25 Years, studying Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department Students & Architecture Department Students. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07739836 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07739836 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at turkmnezgi@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07739836 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07739836 clinical trial?
NCT07739836 is sponsored by Health Institutes of Turkey. The trial plans to enroll 300 participants.