NCT07615322 Smartphone Addiction, Posture and Breathing Control in University Students
| NCT ID | NCT07615322 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Istanbul Medeniyet University |
| Condition | Smartphone Addiction |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 300 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-04-05 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-06-05 |
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 2026-04-05 with a primary completion date of 2026-06-05.
⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.
Brief Summary
The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of smartphone addiction on postural problems and breathing control in healthy university students. Excessive smartphone use has been associated with forward head posture, thoracic postural changes, and musculoskeletal complaints. These postural alterations may negatively influence respiratory biomechanics and breathing control. However, the relationship between smartphone addiction, postural deterioration, and dysfunctional breathing symptoms has not been comprehensively investigated. Participants will complete questionnaires assessing smartphone addiction and breathing control, and posture will be evaluated using the New York Posture Rating Chart. Binary logistic regression analysis will be performed to determine whether smartphone addiction independently predicts postural problems. Additionally, multiple linear regression analyses will be conducted to examine the association between smartphone addiction, posture, and breathing control.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 35 years * Smartphone user * Ability to stand independently * Ability to perform activities of daily living independently * Ability to understand assessment instructions * Voluntary participation with signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * • History of fracture * Cardiovascular disease * Pulmonary disease * Neurological or orthopedic disorders affecting posture or breathing * Inability to understand instructions
Contact & Investigator
EMEL METE
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Istanbul Medeniyet University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07615322 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 35 Years, studying Smartphone Addiction. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07615322 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07615322 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Istanbul Medeniyet University to inquire about joining.
Where is the NCT07615322 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Maltepe, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07615322 clinical trial?
NCT07615322 is sponsored by Istanbul Medeniyet University. The principal investigator is EMEL METE at Istanbul Medeniyet University. The trial plans to enroll 300 participants.
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