Neck PainNCT04925999
Distance Learning and Neck Problems During Pandemic Period
An observational study of Neck Pain, run by Misr University for Science and Technology at 1 site in Egypt.
Trial summary
For people who use computers a lot, Work-related musculoskeletal disorders of the neck are a common problem . It is generally agreed that the etiology of work-related neck disorders is multidimensional which is associated with, and influenced by, a complex array of individual, physical and psychosocial factors. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 25 to 60 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Neck Pain
- How many people
- 300 participants
- Where
- 1 siteEgypt
- Study dates
- 15 Jun 2021to Sep 2021
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 25 to 60 years
- All sexes
- Adult
Study population: * Both male and female working as academic staff at Misr University for Science and Technology. * Age range between 25 to 60 years old
Who may be able to join
- At least one year of work experience in the current position as academic stuff.
Who cannot join
- Spinal deformities or specific medical condition affecting the cervical spine (e.g., ankylosing spondylitis, radiculopathy, tumors, infection and disc prolapse)
- History of spinal surgery
- Previous head or neck trauma
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Distance Learning and Neck Disability Among Academic Staff During COVID-19 Period
For people who use computers a lot, Work-related musculoskeletal disorders of the neck are a common problem . It is generally agreed that the etiology of work-related neck disorders is multidimensional which is associated with, and influenced by, a complex array of individual, physical and psychosocial factors.
Read the detailed description
Academic staff work involves diverse activities, both in and out of lecture-rooms, designing course curricula, developing lecture and tutorial plans and materials, providing students with information in an interesting and understandable manner, setting questions, and marking examinations .These activities usually involve long periods of sitting and standing, placing a physical demand on the lower back, cervical spine and the vertebral column in general, thus contributing to neck and shoulder discomfort .Lecturers use computers extensively and are thus exposed to many of the same risk factors to which 'office workers' are exposed. Using a computer is associated with poor neck posture most often in a forward head position, which is thought to be one of the most common causes of neck, head and shoulder tension and pain .
Neck pain is costly in terms of treatment, individual suffering, and time lost due to work absenteeism . Effective performance of academic staff of the university is very important as the key factors to a successful day to day running of any university system .
- Conditions
- Neck Pain
- Keywords
- Online Learning, Neck Pain, COVID-19
- Medical subject headings
- Neck Pain, COVID-19
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Neck disability index
It is designed to provide information as to how neck pain affects a person's ability to manage in everyday life
Measured: 3 months
Secondary outcomes (1)
Pain severity
Pain severity will be assessed using an 11- point numerical rating scale , where zero = no pain, 10 = unbearable pain. Each participant will rate the pain perceived along the scale at the point which refers to pain severity.
Measured: 3 months
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted14 Jun 2021
- Study start15 Jun 2021
- Primary completionSep 2021 (estimated)
- Study completionSep 2021 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (2)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Neck PainStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Enrolment
- 300 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Misr University for Science and Technology
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Samah Mahmoud Sheha, Misr University for Science and Technology
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04925999
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- P.T.REC/012/003211
- Status last verified
- Jun 2021
- First submitted
- 8 Jun 2021
- Last updated
- 16 Jun 2021
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Fejer R, Kyvik KO, Hartvigsen J. The prevalence of neck pain in the world population: a systematic critical review of the literature. Eur Spine J. 2006 Jun;15(6):834-48. doi: 10.1007/s00586-004-0864-4. Epub 2005 Jul 6.
PubMed 15999284Chiu TT, Lam PK. The prevalence of and risk factors for neck pain and upper limb pain among secondary school teachers in Hong Kong. J Occup Rehabil. 2007 Mar;17(1):19-32. doi: 10.1007/s10926-006-9046-z.
PubMed 16933144
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 16 Jun 2021. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Distance Learning and Neck Disability Among Academic Staff During COVID-19 Period
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04925999
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- P.T.REC/012/003211
- Conditions
- Neck Pain
- Keywords
- Online Learning, Neck Pain, COVID-19
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Unknown status
- Enrolment
- 300 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Misr University for Science and TechnologyUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 Jun 2021 (actual)
- Primary completion
- Sep 2021 (estimated)
- Study completion
- Sep 2021 (estimated)
- First posted
- 14 Jun 2021 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
For people who use computers a lot, Work-related musculoskeletal disorders of the neck are a common problem . It is generally agreed that the etiology of work-related neck disorders is multidimensional which is associated with, and influenced by, a complex array of individual, physical and psychosocial factors.
Detailed description
Academic staff work involves diverse activities, both in and out of lecture-rooms, designing course curricula, developing lecture and tutorial plans and materials, providing students with information in an interesting and understandable manner, setting questions, and marking examinations .These activities usually involve long periods of sitting and standing, placing a physical demand on the lower back, cervical spine and the vertebral column in general, thus contributing to neck and shoulder discomfort .Lecturers use computers extensively and are thus exposed to many of the same risk factors to which 'office workers' are exposed. Using a computer is associated with poor neck posture most often in a forward head position, which is thought to be one of the most common causes of neck, head and shoulder tension and pain .
Neck pain is costly in terms of treatment, individual suffering, and time lost due to work absenteeism . Effective performance of academic staff of the university is very important as the key factors to a successful day to day running of any university system .
Study design
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 25 to 60 years
- Sex
- All
- Age groups
- Adult
- Study population
- * Both male and female working as academic staff at Misr University for Science and Technology. * Age range between 25 to 60 years old
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- At least one year of work experience in the current position as academic stuff.
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Spinal deformities or specific medical condition affecting the cervical spine (e.g., ankylosing spondylitis, radiculopathy, tumors, infection and disc prolapse)
- History of spinal surgery
- Previous head or neck trauma
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Primary outcome
Neck disability index
Time frame: 3 months
It is designed to provide information as to how neck pain affects a person's ability to manage in everyday life
1 secondary outcome
Pain severity
Time frame: 3 months
Results and safety
Results are not available in the source record.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 16 Jun 2021.
- Background: PubMed 15999284Fejer R, Kyvik KO, Hartvigsen J. The prevalence of neck pain in the world population: a systematic critical review of the literature. Eur Spine J. 2006 Jun;15(6):834-48. doi: 10.1007/s00586-004-0864-4. Epub 2005 Jul 6.
- Background: PubMed 16933144Chiu TT, Lam PK. The prevalence of and risk factors for neck pain and upper limb pain among secondary school teachers in Hong Kong. J Occup Rehabil. 2007 Mar;17(1):19-32. doi: 10.1007/s10926-006-9046-z.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Neck Pain, run by Misr University for Science and Technology at 1 site in Egypt.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 16 Jun 2021. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Egypt. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
Results are not available in the source record.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Neck disability index (time frame: 3 months). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT04925999, which also lists 2 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 16 Jun 2021; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 31 Oct 2026.