Smartphone addiction may be reshaping your neck, study finds

NCT ID NCT04730960

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looked at how heavy smartphone use affects the neck muscles, posture, and joint awareness in 86 healthy young adults aged 18-30. Researchers measured neck strength, range of motion, and posture, and compared results between men and women. The goal was to understand factors that could lead to future neck problems and help prevent them.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hacettepe University

    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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