Work-Related ConditionNCT06012773
Relationship Between Neck Posture and Stiffness of Head and Neck Muscles, Pain and Proprioception in Desk Workers
An observational study of Work-Related Condition and Musculoskeletal Health, run by Pınar Kuyulu at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
In our study, posture in desk workers; it aims to evaluate the relationship between cervical range of motion, proprioception, muscle stiffness, posture and pain. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 65 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Work-Related Condition, Musculoskeletal Health
- How many people
- 112 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 3 Jan 2021to 30 Dec 2023
- How long will I take part?
- 1 Day
- 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 18 to 65 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Study population: Office workers
Who may be able to join
- Volunteer individuals aged 18-65
- Individuals using a computer in a sitting position at a desk
Who cannot join
- Individuals who have had serious traumatic injuries to the head, neck and shoulder area
- Individuals who have undergone any surgery on the head, neck and shoulder region
- Individuals with any anomaly in the head, neck and shoulder region
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Investigation of the Relationship Between Neck Posture and Stiffness of Head and Neck Muscles, Pain and Proprioception in Desk Workers
In our study, posture in desk workers; it aims to evaluate the relationship between cervical range of motion, proprioception, muscle stiffness, posture and pain.
Read the detailed description
One hundred twelve participants were included in the study.
Cervical range of motion and cervical proprioception were evaluated with a cervical range of motion (CROM) goniometer device, and muscle stiffness was evaluated with myotonometer device. Pain was evaluated with visual analog scale, and Migraine disability assessment scale (MIDAS) and Neck disability index.
Posture was evaluated with Posture Screen mobile application.
- Conditions
- Work-Related Condition, Musculoskeletal Health
- Keywords
- proprioception, pain, neck posture, neck muscle stiffness, desk worker
- Medical subject headings
- Pain
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
neck proprioception
Cervical range of motion and cervical proprioception were evaluated with a cervical range of motion (CROM) goniometer device.
Measured: 20 months
Neck region muscle stiffness
stiffness of head and neck muscles stiffness was evaluated with myotonometer device.
Measured: 20 months
Neck posture
Posture was evaluated with Posture Screen mobile application.
Measured: 20 months
Cervical range of motion
Cervical range of motion and cervical proprioception were evaluated with a cervical range of motion (CROM) goniometer device.
Measured: 20 months
Secondary outcomes (1)
Head and neck pain
Pain was evaluated with visual analog scale, and Migraine disability assessment scale (MIDAS) and Neck disability index.
Measured: 20 months
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted25 Aug 2023
- Study start3 Jan 2021
- Primary completion30 Dec 2023
- Study completion30 Dec 2023
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Work-Related ConditionStudies 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
- Other
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Enrolment
- 112 participants (actual)
- Target duration
- 1 Day
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Pınar Kuyulu
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, Pınar Kuyulu, Sanko University
- Investigators
- Meltem Uzun, PhD(c), Principal investigator, Sanko University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06012773
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2021/01
- Status last verified
- Aug 2025
- First submitted
- 22 Aug 2023
- Last updated
- 6 Aug 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 6 Aug 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Investigation of the Relationship Between Neck Posture and Stiffness of Head and Neck Muscles, Pain and Proprioception in Desk Workers
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06012773
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 2021/01
- Conditions
- Work-Related Condition, Musculoskeletal Health
- Keywords
- proprioception, pain, neck posture, neck muscle stiffness, desk worker
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 112 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Pınar KuyuluUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 3 Jan 2021 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 30 Dec 2023 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 Dec 2023 (actual)
- First posted
- 25 Aug 2023 (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.
In our study, posture in desk workers; it aims to evaluate the relationship between cervical range of motion, proprioception, muscle stiffness, posture and pain.
Detailed description
One hundred twelve participants were included in the study.
Cervical range of motion and cervical proprioception were evaluated with a cervical range of motion (CROM) goniometer device, and muscle stiffness was evaluated with myotonometer device. Pain was evaluated with visual analog scale, and Migraine disability assessment scale (MIDAS) and Neck disability index.
Posture was evaluated with Posture Screen mobile application.
Study design
- Observational model
- Other
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Target follow-up
- 1 Day
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
- Study population
- Office workers
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Volunteer individuals aged 18-65
- Individuals using a computer in a sitting position at a desk
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Individuals who have had serious traumatic injuries to the head, neck and shoulder area
- Individuals who have undergone any surgery on the head, neck and shoulder region
- Individuals with any anomaly in the head, neck and shoulder region
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 proprioception
Time frame: 20 months
Cervical range of motion and cervical proprioception were evaluated with a cervical range of motion (CROM) goniometer device.
Neck region muscle stiffness
Time frame: 20 months
stiffness of head and neck muscles stiffness was evaluated with myotonometer device.
Neck posture
Time frame: 20 months
Posture was evaluated with Posture Screen mobile application.
Cervical range of motion
Time frame: 20 months
Cervical range of motion and cervical proprioception were evaluated with a cervical range of motion (CROM) goniometer device.
1 secondary outcome
Head and neck pain
Time frame: 20 months
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 6 Aug 2025.
- 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.
Meltem Uzun, PhD(c) principal investigator
Sanko University
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 Work-Related Condition and Musculoskeletal Health, run by Pınar Kuyulu at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
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 2 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: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 6 Aug 2025. 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 Turkey (Türkiye). 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?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
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 proprioception (time frame: 20 months). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
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 6 Aug 2025; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 6 Nov 2026.