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The Effects of Smartphone Addiction on Pinch Strength, Muscle Stiffness, and Hand/Wrist Function in Young Adults

NCT06843863 · Status: RECRUITING · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 134

Last updated 2025-04-29

No results posted yet for this study

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.

Conditions

  • Smartphone Addiction

Interventions

OTHER

No intervention.

Participants allocated to the groups were assessed only once. No intervention was applied, and they were not followed up.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

    collaborator OTHER

  • Istanbul Kent University

    collaborator OTHER

  • Istanbul Gelisim University

    lead OTHER

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
25 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2024-12-15
Primary Completion
2025-05-30
Completion
2025-06-15

Countries

  • Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations

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