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Could your phone and sleep habits trigger headaches?

NCT ID NCT07779655

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Assiut University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 21, 2026 · Last updated Aug 25, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study aims to estimate how common tension-type headaches are among adults visiting outpatient clinics at Assiut University Hospitals, and to see if these headaches are linked to smartphone use, sleep quality, and quality of life. Researchers will assess around 199 adults aged 18-60 using questionnaires and standard diagnostic criteria. The goal is to better understand potential lifestyle factors associated with this common headache type.

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 links are found, it could point toward lifestyle changes—like reducing screen time or improving sleep—to help prevent or ease tension-type headaches.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, so it can't prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to everyone, and the findings depend on self-reported data.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 199 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Aug 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Aug 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Adults aged 18-60 years attending the outpatient clinics of Assiut University Hospitals who meet the study eligibility criteria.

Ages

18 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18-60 years * Attending the outpatient clinics at Assiut University Hospitals during the study period * Able to understand the study questionnaires and provide informed consent * No severe psychiatric illness or cognitive impairment interfering with questionnaire completion * No serious medical illness that may affect participation Exclusion Criteria: * History of major neurological diseases (e.g., stroke, epilepsy, brain tumors) * History of secondary headache disorders * History of migraine or other primary headache disorders according to ICHD-3 criteria * Refusal to participate

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Internet Addiction Disorder Parasomnias sleep disorder Tension-Type Headache

As listed by the trial registrant

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Quality of life Sleep disturbance Smartphone addiction Tension-type headache

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