Impact of Digital Muscle Strength on Activity in Tech-Addicted University Students

February 26, 2026 updated by: Deniz Çakır, Ondokuz Mayıs University

The Effect of Digital Muscle Strength Measurement on Physical Activity Levels in University Students With Technological Addiction

Results from muscle strength assessment methods commonly used in physiotherapy can vary due to their lack of objective results and their reliance on the individual's muscle strength. Digital muscle testing devices provide objective results because they provide numerical data based on the resistance applied by the individual performing the measurement. These data can objectively identify weakness in specific muscles or muscle groups that may occur due to decreased physical activity levels in university students, and they will also be useful in developing an individualized exercise program.

Study Overview

Status

Active, not recruiting

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Estimated)

140

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sampling Method

Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Students with Digital Addiction

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Be between the ages of 18 and 30
  • Be a university student
  • Have no physical or systemic illnesses that would prevent you from working

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Not being between the ages of 18 and 30
  • Not being a university student
  • Having a physical or systemic illness that prevents working

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
Intervention / Treatment
Students with Digital Addiction
Other: Evaluation of muscle strength
Evaluation of muscle strength, Young Internet Addiction Test-Short Form (YIAT-SF), International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF) and SF-12

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Lafayette Muscle Strength Devices
Time Frame: 1 year
The Lafayette muscle strength measurement device is a digital dynamometer used to objectively and numerically assess maximum isometric muscle strength. The device provides a more precise and repeatable measurement than manual muscle testing, providing a reliable method for assessing muscle strength. It can be used with various attachments for different muscle groups and is frequently used in rehabilitation, performance analysis, and clinical research. A high score indicates high muscle strength.
1 year
International Physical Activity Questionnaire - Short Form (IPAQ-SF)
Time Frame: 1 year
The IPAQ-SF is an internationally standardized self-report questionnaire developed to determine individuals' physical activity levels. This seven-question short form assesses **walking, moderate-intensity, and vigorous-intensity physical activities**, as well as **sitting time**, over the past seven days. Using participant-reported duration and frequency data, physical activity level is calculated in **MET-minutes/week**. Its rapid administration and applicability to large populations make it a valid and reliable measurement tool for population-based research and clinical trials. Participants can use physical activity levels of Low, Moderate, or High based on their MET score, depending on the day and time. A higher MET value indicates a higher level of physical activity.
1 year

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Quality of Life (SF-12)
Time Frame: 1 year

Quality of Life will assess with SF-12. The SF-12 is a short self-report questionnaire developed to assess individuals' general health status and quality of life. A shortened version of the SF-36, this scale consists of 12 questions and assesses physical and mental health components (Physical Component Summary (PCS) and Mental Component Summary (MCS). Due to its short administration time and practicality, it is frequently used in clinical research, community health studies, and rehabilitation. A high score indicates a high level of life quality. Scores range from 0 to 100. 0 points: Worst health status and 100 points: Best health status.

Higher scores indicate better physical or mental health. Lower scores indicate worse health status.
1 year

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Ondokuz Mayıs University

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

February 1, 2026

Primary Completion (Estimated)

June 30, 2026

Study Completion (Estimated)

June 30, 2026

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

September 25, 2025

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

February 26, 2026

First Posted (Actual)

March 2, 2026

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

March 2, 2026

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

February 26, 2026

Last Verified

February 1, 2026

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • 2023/437

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

NO

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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