Ergonomic training and exercise for factory workers with chronic low back pain
Effectiveness of Ergonomic Training and Exercise in Automotive Factory Workers With Nonspecific Chronic Low Back Pain: a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study tests if combining ergonomic training with exercise can help factory workers aged 18-60 who have chronic low back pain feel better over 12 weeks.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Uskudar University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Galway) |
| Trial ID | NCT06864650 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of ergonomic training combined with exercise for automotive factory workers suffering from chronic low back pain of unknown origin. Participants aged 18-60 will be randomly assigned to either a study group receiving both ergonomic training and exercise or a control group receiving only ergonomic training. The intervention will last for 12 weeks, with participants expected to perform exercises three times a week. Various assessments will be conducted to measure pain levels, physical activity, sleep quality, and functionality throughout the study.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are full-time automotive factory workers aged 18-60 with chronic low back pain lasting at least three months.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 or over 60, part-time workers, or those with psychological issues or recent surgical interventions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce chronic low back pain and improve the quality of life for factory workers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with ergonomic interventions and exercise for similar populations, suggesting a promising approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Being between 18-60 years old * Having worked in the same factory for at least 2 years * Working full time * Having complained of back pain for at least 3 months * visual analog scale\>4, pain 4 and above on visual analog scale Exclusion Criteria * Being under 18 years old or over 60 years old * Having worked for less than 2 years * Working part time * Having complained of back pain for less than 3 months * visual analog scale Presence of psychological problems * Using sleeping pills * Having undergone surgical intervention in the last 6 months
Where this trial is running
Galway
- Valeo Vision System — Galway, Ireland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ömer ŞEVGİN
- Email: omer.sevgin@uskudar.edu.tr
- Phone: +905069787535
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.