Are pro gamers hurting? new study investigates pain and sleep in E-Athletes
NCT ID NCT05651438
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study examined 86 professional e-athletes aged 18-35 to understand what factors are linked to pain, fatigue, and poor sleep quality. Researchers assessed pain severity, fatigue levels, sleep quality, and physical activity. The goal is to identify health risks in esports and inform future strategies to protect players.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could highlight key health issues in e-athletes and guide future wellness programs for them.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small observational study with only 86 participants, so findings may not apply to all e-athletes. It does not test any treatment.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Melike Sumeyye Ozen
Bandırma, Balıkesir, Turkey (Türkiye)
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