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Late-Night scrolling may wreck your posture and balance, new study warns

NCT ID NCT07541963

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will examine whether using phones, tablets, or laptops before sleep is linked to poor posture and balance problems in healthy adults aged 18 to 35. Researchers will ask participants about their screen habits and then measure their body alignment and dynamic balance using standard tests. The goal is to understand if pre-sleep screen time is a risk factor for musculoskeletal issues.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If this study finds a link, it may lead to better advice on limiting screen time before sleep to improve posture and balance.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early observational study with only 34 participants. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to everyone.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 34 people

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Expected to start

May 2026

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Expected to finish

May 2027

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

34 healthy volunteers between the ages of 18-35 were included in the study.

Ages

18 to 35 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy adults * Aged 18 to 35 years * Willing to participate voluntarily in the study Exclusion Criteria: * History of orthopedic injury or surgery affecting balance * Use of medications that may affect attention or balance * Refusal to provide informed consent

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Balance problems Postural disorders

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi

    Istanbul, Üsküdar, 34668, Turkey (Türkiye)

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