Program to help employees with stress-related issues return to work

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

The Vital@Work program aims to assist sick-listed employees suffering from stress-related complaints in their return to work through a personalized eHealth intervention. Participants in the intervention group receive tailored support based on a distress screener, and if necessary, a structured Participatory Approach involving the employee, their supervisor, and a neutral facilitator. This randomized controlled trial compares the effectiveness of this program against standard care to evaluate improvements in return-to-work rates and overall mental health outcomes. The study is conducted across various organizations to assess its applicability in different work environments.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Sick-listed employees from participating organisations (Amsterdam UMC, GGZ inGeest, Rijksschoonmaakorganisatie \[RSO\], and Transavia)
* Aged 18-68
* Between 2 and 12 weeks on sick leave
* Suffering from stress-related complaints

Exclusion Criteria:

* Non-sick-listed employees
* Suffering from severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., suicidality, mania, psychosis, schizophrenia) or other chronic conditions (e.g., terminal illness) that could significantly affect the employee's mental health and, hence, prevent the return-to work process
* Being pregnant or less than three months after delivery
* Sick-listed for more than 12 weeks
* Inability to complete either the eHealth modules or questionnaires
* Presence of a legal conflict with the employer
* Not signing informed consent

Where it's running

• Amsterdam UMC
  Amsterdam, Netherlands Recruiting
• GGZ inGeest
  Amsterdam, Netherlands Recruiting
• Transavia
  Amsterdam, Netherlands Recruiting
• Rso
  The Hague, Netherlands Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Trees Juurlink, PhD
• Email: t.juurlink@amsterdamumc.nl
• Phone: +31613731701

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.