Impact of a GetUp Assist Device on the health of female office workers
12 Weeks Randomized Controlled Trial Investigating Standing Transition Behaviour With Additional Traditional or Functional Training on Physical Health in Female Office Workers
This study is testing if using a GetUp Assist Device along with a light exercise program can help improve the health of female office workers who spend a lot of time sitting.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 25 Years to 55 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Aalborg University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Steinkjer, Nord-Trøndelag) |
| Trial ID | NCT06463041 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates how the use of a GetUp Assist Device, combined with a daily low-intensity functional or traditional training program, affects the physical health of sedentary Norwegian female office workers over a 12-week period. The intervention aims to promote healthier transition routines between sitting and standing, addressing issues related to neck, shoulder, and arm syndrome. Participants will be monitored for improvements in their physical health as a result of these changes in their work environment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are sedentary Norwegian females who work more than 6 hours a day at a computer workstation and have low levels of physical activity.
Not a fit: Patients who are physically active or have ongoing participation in similar training interventions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the physical health and well-being of female office workers suffering from musculoskeletal disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored the impact of workplace interventions on musculoskeletal health, this specific approach using a GetUp Assist Device is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Females are included in this study due to the approximately twice-high prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders. * No experience with office fit training or participation in an ongoing similar training intervention is allowed. * Working more than 6 hours a day at a computer workstation * Physical inactivity (less than two sessions or bouts of exercise totalling 30 minutes/week). * Musculoskeletal complaints are accepted as long as the pain is not a restricting factor. when performing the testing and training intervention exercises. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants not able to perform the testing battery.
Where this trial is running
Steinkjer, Nord-Trøndelag
- SSA Steinkjer — Steinkjer, Nord-Trøndelag, Norway (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Lasse ET Lasse, Ph.d
- Email: letl@hst.aau.dk
- Phone: 004746343144
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.