NCT06843863 The Effects of Smartphone Addiction on Pinch Strength, Muscle Stiffness, and Hand/Wrist Function in Young Adults
| NCT ID | NCT06843863 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Istanbul Gelisim University |
| Condition | Smartphone Addiction |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 134 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-12-15 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-05-30 |
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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 134 participants in total. It began in 2024-12-15 with a primary completion date of 2025-05-30.
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Brief Summary
Smartphones have become an indispensable part of daily life, and their increasing use has raised concerns about various health effects, including musculoskeletal symptoms. Repetitive movements of the thumb and hand muscles can lead to issues such as tendinosis, myofascial pain syndrome, and a decrease in pinch strength. Studies have shown that musculoskeletal symptoms related to smartphone use are common among young adults and university students. Additionally, an increase in device size may place greater strain on the wrist and finger muscles. Repetitive movements can cause stiffness changes in the thumb muscles, and the relationship between these changes and pinch strength is considered an important research topic. In this study, we aimed to investigate the effects of smartphone addiction on pinch strength, muscle stiffness, hand/wrist pain, and function in young adults.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Willing to participate in the study * Have been using a smartphone for more than one year * Aged between 18 and 25 years * Send 25 or more text messages or emails per day * Spend more than 2 hours browsing the internet and/or play games for more than one hour a day Exclusion Criteria: * Having radiating/radicular pain in the upper extremity * Having neck pain * Congenital deformities in the upper extremity and neck * A history of diagnosed neurological, rheumatic, musculoskeletal, or cardiovascular diseases * Having previously undergone surgery on the neck and/or upper extremity * Having been diagnosed with De Quervain's disease or tendinopathy in the hand/hand wrist muscles before
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06843863 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 25 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 NCT06843863 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06843863 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ecemozdemir6@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06843863 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT06843863 clinical trial?
NCT06843863 is sponsored by Istanbul Gelisim University. The trial plans to enroll 134 participants.
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