Abstract

Overview

The study investigates the impact of mobile phone overuse on individuals suffering from migraines, focusing on their pain intensity, sleep quality, and overall quality of life.

Background

• The global increase in smartphone usage has led to prevalent health complaints among users such as headaches, sleep disturbances, and forgetfulness.
• Migraine, a significant cause of disability worldwide, exacerbates these concerns, prompting a deeper examination of smartphone impact.

Methods

Participants were categorized based on their mobile phone usage into high and low usage groups. Various scales assessed their disability, pain, sleep quality, and quality of life.

Findings

• The study comprised of 400 individuals with a notable female majority. Specific age and family demographics were recorded.
• Comparisons between high and low usage groups revealed significantly worse pain and sleep in high usage individuals.

Conclusion

Excessive smartphone use negatively affects pain severity, sleep, and treatment effectiveness in migraine patients. Controlled usage is advisable to mitigate these adverse effects.