Smartphone use, spine curve, and knee position in young adults
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study looks at how the curve of your lower spine relates to the way your knees move in people who use smartphones a lot. It aims to understand if smartphone addiction is linked to posture and knee problems, which could help improve treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 25 years old.
- You have chronic (long-lasting) low back pain.
- You consider yourself addicted to your smartphone.
- You are in good physical and mental health, with a normal body mass index (18.5-24.9).
- You do not have conditions like stroke, balance issues, vision problems, pregnancy, obesity, or heart/lung disease.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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