Smartphone Overuse and Neck Pain in Galala University Students

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 will enroll 36 undergraduate students aged 18–25 with mechanical neck pain attributed to daily smartphone use. Researchers will assess neck pain intensity using a 0–10 scale, screen for smartphone addiction risk with the SABAS, and measure cervical muscle endurance with the CFME test. The study involves a digital screening phase followed by an in-person physical evaluation to explore associations between smartphone use factors and neck pain severity. Data will help identify potential targets for prevention and education in the campus setting.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Undergraduate students.
* Having mechanical neck pain for at least three months .
* Actively using smartphones every day .
* Able to safely assume a supine position without severe discomfort.

Exclusion Criteria: -

* History of cervical spine surgery
* History of severe neck or shoulder trauma
* Diagnosed neurological disorders
* Musculoskeletal or cardiorespiratory disease requiring hospital admission in the past year will be excluded to ensure data validity .
* Actively using drugs that are known to alter posture or musculoskeletal discomfort (such as sedatives or analgesic medicines).
* Experiencing an acute episode of neck pain on the day of evaluation.

Where it's running

• Galala University
  Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt Recruiting

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.