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Gamers beware: study links heavy gaming to pain and poor sleep

NCT ID NCT06843772

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at how digital game addiction affects the muscles, bones, and sleep quality in adults aged 18-39 who play games at least 3 hours a day, 4-5 days a week. Researchers gave some participants ergonomic training and an exercise program to see if it helped. The goal was to understand the link between gaming and physical discomfort, not to find a cure.

What this could mean

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Active substance
ergonomic training and exercise program
What this could lead to
If successful, this could highlight the need for ergonomic training and exercise to reduce pain and improve sleep in heavy gamers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all gamers. It does not test a treatment.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

40 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2025

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 39 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18-39. * Individuals who play digital games at least 4-5 days a week, at least 3 hours a day. * Individuals who voluntarily participate in the study and sign the ethical consent form. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with existing serious health problems related to the musculoskeletal system or sleep patterns. * Individuals who suffered trauma or serious injuries related to the musculoskeletal system during the study period. * Individuals with psychological disorders such as depression or anxiety disorder.

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Conditions

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Technology Addiction

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Uskudar university

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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