Exercise program to reduce strain for vaginal surgeons
Surgeon Core-strengthening Program as a Modifier for Exertion Associated With Vaginal Surgery: the SCORE Randomized Controlled Trial
NA · Loyola University · NCT06525701
This study tests whether a special exercise program can help vaginal surgeons reduce pain and fatigue from their work.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Loyola University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Maywood, Illinois) |
| Trial ID | NCT06525701 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of a structured exercise regimen on reducing work-related musculoskeletal pain and injury among surgeons performing vaginal surgeries. It focuses on the unique ergonomic challenges faced by these surgeons, particularly during prolonged procedures. Participants will be divided into an exercise group and a control group to assess the effectiveness of the program in improving physical capabilities and reducing pain or fatigue. The study aims to fill a gap in existing research by specifically targeting the ergonomic risks associated with vaginal surgery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include ob/gyn residents, urology residents, urogyn fellows, or attending urogyn surgeons involved in vaginal prolapse surgeries lasting more than two hours.
Not a fit: Patients who are actively in physical therapy, have had joint surgery or injury within the last 12 weeks, are pregnant, or are less than 6 weeks postpartum may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce musculoskeletal pain and injury among vaginal surgeons, enhancing their well-being and surgical performance.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically addressing exercise programs for vaginal surgery, existing studies on surgical ergonomics suggest that improving physical capabilities can reduce injury risk, indicating potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Participant: ob/gyn resident or urology resident or urogyn fellow or urogyn attending Case: vaginal prolapse surgery \>2 hours in length Exclusion Criteria: Participant: 1. Actively in physical therapy 2. Joint surgery or joint injury within last 12 weeks 3. Pregnant 4. Less than 6 weeks postpartum Case: 1. Vaginal surgery \<2 hours in length 2. Non-prolapse vaginal surgery
Where this trial is running
Maywood, Illinois
- Loyola University Medical Center — Maywood, Illinois, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Marian Acevedo-Alvarez, MD — Loyola Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Mary Tulke
- Email: mtulke@luc.edu
- Phone: 7082162067
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: Musculoskeletal Pain, Musculoskeletal Injury