Investigating how ergonomic knowledge affects musculoskeletal disorders in healthcare workers
The Relationship Between Ergonomic Knowledge of Healthcare Professionals and Musculoskeletal Disorders
This study is trying to see if better knowledge about ergonomics can help healthcare workers avoid muscle and joint problems.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 400 (estimated) |
| Ages | 25 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Uskudar University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06843798 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to explore the connection between healthcare professionals' ergonomic awareness and the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders. Participants will complete an online survey that collects demographic information and assesses their ergonomic knowledge. The study will utilize the Nordic musculoskeletal disorders questionnaire to evaluate participants' musculoskeletal health, alongside the Maslach Burnout Scale to assess occupational burnout and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Questionnaire to examine sleep quality. The findings could provide insights into how improving ergonomic knowledge may reduce health issues among healthcare workers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthcare workers aged 25 to 45 with at least two years of work experience.
Not a fit: Patients who have pre-existing musculoskeletal disorders, recent surgeries, or other significant health issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved ergonomic training for healthcare workers, potentially reducing the incidence of musculoskeletal disorders and enhancing overall well-being.
How similar studies have performed: While the relationship between ergonomics and musculoskeletal disorders has been explored in various contexts, this specific approach focusing on healthcare professionals is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being between 25 and 45 years old. * Being a health worker * Having at least 2 years of work experience Exclusion Criteria: * Participant having a musculoskeletal disorder before the study * Having had surgery within 6 months * Being pregnant * Having a traumatic accident or injury that would affect the study
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Uskudar University — Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) (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.