A program to improve exercise habits among healthcare workers
The Effectiveness of Rapid Optimisation of Performance Enhancement and Skill (ROPES) as an Exercise Training Programme for Sedentary Health Care Staff
NA · Singapore General Hospital · NCT06754007
This study is testing a new 4-week exercise program for healthcare workers to see if it helps them become more active and overcome barriers to regular exercise.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Singapore General Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Singapore) |
| Trial ID | NCT06754007 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a 4-week exercise program called ROPES (Rapid Optimisation of Performance Enhancement and Skill) designed specifically for healthcare workers. The program aims to address the barriers to regular physical activity by providing a time-efficient training regimen. A total of 60 staff members from Singapore General Hospital will be randomly assigned to either the ROPES intervention group or a control group to assess the program's impact on their physical activity levels. The study focuses on individuals who are currently sedentary and not engaged in regular exercise.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthcare workers aged 21 to 70 who do not engage in regular exercise and have stable management of any existing health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are under 21 or over 70, have uncontrolled health conditions, or are currently pregnant will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the physical health and well-being of healthcare workers by promoting regular exercise.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with workplace physical activity interventions, indicating a promising approach to improving health among sedentary populations.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age group: 21 - 70 years old * All participants must be free of musculoskeletal, surgical and/or neurological injury in the past 6 months. * Participants not engaged actively in regular exercise i.e. exercises less than once a week and at a duration less than 30 mins per session. * Healthy with stable management of any existing diabetes, cholesterol and/or hypertension. * They should have no issues with the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) Exclusion Criteria: * Participants under the age of 21 or over the age of 70 * Newly diagnosed diabetes/metabolic syndrome/high cholesterol or uncontrolled high BP \>160 mmHg and under medical supervision. * Subjects with cardiovascular conditions and on beta-blockers. * Subjects who are pregnant or with recent (\< 3 months) diagnosis of a medical condition, especially cardiac-related conditions.
Where this trial is running
Singapore
- Singapore General Hospital — Singapore, Singapore (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Celia Ia Choo Tan, PhD (Dept of Surgery)
- Email: celia.tan.i.c@singhealth.com.sg
- Phone: +65 63265281
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Sedentary Lifestyle, Sedentary, healthcare workers