Using Chitosan Phonophoresis to Treat Cervical Pain in Smartphone Users
Effect of Chitosan Phonophresis on Cervical Pain and Disability in Smartphone Addicted Users
NA · October 6 University · NCT06491992
This study is testing if a new treatment using Chitosan Phonophoresis can help teenagers with neck pain from using smartphones feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 16 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | October 6 University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Al Jīzah, Select State) |
| Trial ID | NCT06491992 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of Chitosan Phonophoresis as a treatment for cervical pain in adolescents who are frequent smartphone users. Participants aged 16-18 will be randomly assigned to either a control group receiving a standard exercise program or a study group receiving the same exercise program along with Chitosan Phonophoresis three times a week for four weeks. The goal is to enhance local drug penetration and reduce inflammation and pain associated with smartphone use. The study aims to assess the potential benefits of this innovative treatment approach in managing cervical pain.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adolescents aged 16-18 who have a body mass index of 26.58 kg/m2 and experience neck pain related to smartphone use.
Not a fit: Patients with previous head and neck injuries, congenital abnormalities, or other systemic diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly alleviate cervical pain in young smartphone users, improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of phonophoresis is established, the specific application of Chitosan in this context is novel and has not been extensively tested in similar studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Their age will be ranged from 16-18 years * body mass index will be 26.58 kg/m2. * used a smart phone for more than 1 year for at least 2 hours per day * complaining of neck pain after using a smart phone, addiction to smart phone in accordance with the smart phone addiction scale (SAS) Exclusion Criteria: * any previous head and neck injuries or surgeries * any congenital abnormalities or symptomatic deformity in either the cervical or the lumbar spine * any uncorrected visual or auditory problems, dizziness, vertigo and headache * any systematic diseases, any addiction to alcohol, any additive drugs and sedatives within 48 hours previous to tests * body mass index of subjects over25 kg/m2.
Where this trial is running
Al Jīzah, Select State
- Lama S Mahmoud — Al Jīzah, Select State, Egypt (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Lama Saad El-Din ED Mahmoud
- Email: lamaelsedawyy@hotmail.com
- Phone: 01157592636
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Cervical Pain