Balance Problems, Postural Disorders
Conditions
Brief summary
The widespread use of electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops has significantly increased screen exposure, especially before sleep. Prolonged screen use may contribute to poor posture by promoting forward head posture, rounded shoulders, and other musculoskeletal problems. In addition, screen exposure before sleep may negatively affect sleep quality and neuromuscular performance, which may in turn influence postural control and balance.
Detailed description
Postural disorders arise from the disruption of the natural alignment of the spine and are often associated with muscle imbalances, joint stress, and pain. Incorrect posture caused by prolonged technology use has been reported to increase the risk of musculoskeletal problems among young adults. Dynamic balance is an important component of postural control and is influenced by the integration of sensory input and neuromuscular responses. Sleep disturbances and lifestyle habits, including excessive screen exposure before sleep, may affect this complex system. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate the effect of screen time before sleep on posture disorders and dynamic balance in healthy young adults. Participants aged between 18 and 35 years will be evaluated for screen usage habits before sleep. Posture analysis and the Star Excursion Balance Test will be used to assess posture alignment and dynamic balance performance.
Interventions
OTHERPre-sleep screen exposure assessment
Pre-sleep screen exposure is evaluated using smartphone-based self-reported queries on duration and usage characteristics
Sponsors
Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi
Study design
Observational model
CASE_CONTROL
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 35 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
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
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Posture Analysis | Single assessment at baseline | Evaluation of body alignment including head position, shoulder alignment, spinal curvature, pelvic position, knee alignment, and foot posture from anterior, posterior, and lateral views. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Star Excursion Balance Test | Single assessment at baseline | Dynamic balance performance will be assessed by measuring the maximum reach distance in eight directions while maintaining single-leg stance. |
| Duration of pre-sleep screen exposure | Single assessment at baseline | The duration of screen exposure within 1 hour before bedtime will be assessed using self-report and recorded in minutes. Higher values indicate longer screen exposure before sleep. |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Contacts
CONTACTEsra Pehlivan
CONTACTRumeysa Yanak
Outcome results
None listed