Using light to improve well-being and sleep quality for radiographers
Benefits of Light in the Radiographic Environment
This study tests if different lighting conditions can help radiographers feel better and sleep more soundly during the darker months of the year.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 18 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Lund University Academic / other |
| Locations | 3 sites (Lund, Skåne County and 2 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06687304 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to investigate whether different lighting conditions can enhance the well-being and sleep quality of radiographers. Participants will work in either an enhanced light environment or a standard lighting setup, and their alertness, energy levels, and sleep quality will be assessed through surveys and saliva samples. The study employs a crossover design, allowing each participant to serve as their own control, which helps to minimize variability and improve the reliability of the results. The goal is to identify the optimal light recipe that benefits radiology personnel during the darker months of the year.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are radiographers working in radiology departments.
Not a fit: Patients who are not radiographers or those who work in different healthcare roles may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved sleep quality and overall well-being for radiographers, enhancing their work performance and health.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of using light enhancement in radiology settings may be novel, similar studies have shown positive outcomes in other healthcare environments.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Radiographer Exclusion Criteria: \-
Where this trial is running
Lund, Skåne County and 2 other locations
- Skånes universitetssjukhus Lund — Lund, Skåne County, Sweden (Recruiting)
- Skånes universitetssjukhus — Malmö, Skåne County, Sweden (Recruiting)
- Lasarettet Trelleborg — Trelleborg, Skåne County, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Pether Jildenstal, PhD
- Email: pether.jildenstal@med.lu.se
- Phone: 0046462220000
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.