CompletedNot Applicable

Effects of Smartphone Use on Posture, Pain, Function and QoL

Turkey (Türkiye)106 participantsStarted 2019-10-01

Plain-language summary

The aim of the study is to determine the effects of the use of smartphone on the neck and shoulder posture, pain, and functions, and the quality of life in young adults. The sample of the study consists of university students. According to the scores they got from the Smartphone Addiction Scale-Short Version, all participants will be divided into two groups. The neck and shoulder posture, pain, and functions, and the quality of life will be compared between the two groups.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 25 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * To be willing and volunteer to participate in the study * To be between 18 and 25 years old * To have been using smartphone for more than 1 year Exclusion Criteria: * To have any health problem history or diagnosed pathology related with the neck or shoulder regions * To have any history of trauma or surgery related to the neck or shoulder regions * To have received any medical attention or treatment in the last six months because of a health problem related to neck or shoulder * To have any diagnosed neurological problem