Examining the impact of smartphone addiction on posture, fitness, and intelligence in children and adolescents in Egypt
Official title: Comparison the Effect of Smart Phones Addiction Between Children and Adolescents on Posture Deviations , Physical Fitness and Intelligence in Egypt
Run by Kafrelsheikh University · NCT06799663 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to see how smartphone addiction affects posture, fitness, and intelligence in kids and teens aged 9 to 18 in Egypt.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 9 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Kafrelsheikh University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kafrelsheikh) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | April 1, 2025 |
| Main results expected | October 1, 2025 |
| Study ends | February 1, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | February 21, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06799663 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are children and adolescents aged 9 to 18 years who exhibit signs of smartphone addiction.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with visual or hearing defects, cachexia, neurological disorders, musculoskeletal problems, or congenital abnormalities may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to compare the effects of smartphone addiction on posture deviations, physical fitness, and intelligence among children and adolescents aged 9 to 18 years in Egypt. Participants will be assessed using an activity questionnaire, Raven's Progressive Matrices test for intelligence, and postural assessment software. The study will include individuals with a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18.5 and 40 and a score of 24 or more on the smartphone addiction scale. Those with visual or hearing defects, cachexia, neurological disorders, musculoskeletal problems, or congenital abnormalities will be excluded from participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the negative impacts of smartphone addiction on youth, potentially guiding interventions to improve physical and cognitive health.
How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing research into smartphone addiction and its effects, this specific comparative approach focusing on posture, fitness, and intelligence in a defined age group is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Subjects with the following criteria will be enrolled in this study : The participants will be from middle childhood to adolescents and their age will be ranged from 9to 18 years. They had Body Mass Index (BMI) = 18.5 :40 . They have a score of 24 or more on the Smart phones addiction scale-short version. Exclusion Criteria: * Subjects will be excluded from the study if the participant has the followings that affect that study: visual or hearing defects, cachexia, any neurological disorders and musculoskeletal problems, any congenital abnormalities .
Where it's running
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Kafrelsheikh university
Kafrelsheikh, Egypt Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ahmed Magdy Elassar, Master
- Email: Ahmedelassar67@gmail.com
- Phone: 01023472407
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.