Impact of workplace sedentary behavior interventions on health in emergency responders
Effects of a Sedentary Behaviors at Work on Health in Emergency Medical Dispatchers and CODIS Operators
This study is testing if using sit-and-stand desks or exercise bikes can help emergency responders like dispatchers and firefighters reduce sitting time and improve their health.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Clermont-Ferrand) |
| Trial ID | NCT05931406 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of different interventions aimed at reducing sedentary behavior among emergency medical dispatchers and firefighters. Participants will engage in a three-day assessment where their normal workday will be compared to days where they use a sit-and-stand desk or a cycloergometer. Various health metrics, including heart rate variability, electrodermal activity, physical activity levels, and blood sugar, will be continuously monitored. Additionally, participants will complete questionnaires to assess psychosocial factors and specific work-related stressors.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are emergency medical dispatchers and firefighters who can provide informed consent and are affiliated with a health insurance scheme.
Not a fit: Patients who are non-affiliated with health insurance or fall under protected categories such as minors or pregnant women may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced occupational stress for emergency responders.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar interventions aimed at reducing sedentary behavior in occupational settings.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Emergency medical dispatchers or firefighters from the departmental fire and rescue operational center (CODIS). * Person able to give an informed consent to participate in research * Affiliated with a Social Security scheme. * Being able to use the sit-stand desk and the cycle ergometer Exclusion Criteria: * Non-affiliated to a health insurance, * Protected persons (minors, pregnant women, breastfeeding women, guardianship, curatorship, deprived of freedoms, safeguard of justice), * Refusal to participate.
Where this trial is running
Clermont-Ferrand
- CHU clermont-ferrand — Clermont-Ferrand, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Fréderic DUTHEIL — fdutheil@chu-clermontferrand.fr
- Study coordinator: Lise LACLAUTRE
- Email: promo_interne_drci@chu-clermontferrand.fr
- Phone: 334.73.754.963
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.