Occupational disorder

This study tests whether a program called Sisters for Heart Health can help farmworker women ages 18-50 reduce stress, feel less isolated, and improve their heart health. Participants will join weekly peer support groups led by trained community health workers for 10 weeks. The s…

This study tests whether an educational program on ergonomics—covering proper posture, stretching, and work habits—can reduce work-related muscle and joint pain in dental healthcare workers in Dubai government hospitals. About 110 workers will be split into two groups: one receiv…

This study tests whether brief, daily exercise breaks at work can prevent muscle and joint problems in workers. 150 participants will do either strength exercises with elastic bands or standard stretching for 5 minutes each day for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure physical funct…

This study tests whether a single dose of psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, combined with therapy can help reduce burnout in doctors. Ten UCSD physicians with long-term burnout symptoms will receive the drug and be monitored for safety and mood changes. It is …

This study tests whether a virtual reality program that teaches mindfulness and emotional regulation can reduce burnout in healthcare workers. One hundred staff from participating hospitals will be randomly assigned to either start the 8-session VR program right away or after a w…

This study tests whether acupuncture can relieve symptoms of Gulf War Illness, a condition causing long-term health problems in veterans who served in the Gulf region. Two hundred veterans will be split into two groups: one gets acupuncture twice a week for six months, the other …

This study tests whether combining exercise with ergonomics training can ease musculoskeletal pain in pastry chefs. Sixty chefs with at least five years of experience will be randomly assigned to receive either ergonomics training alone or ergonomics plus a tailored exercise prog…

This study tests whether adding a structured exercise program to standard ergonomics training can reduce work-related pain and improve quality of life in female dairy farmers. Sixty women who have been farming for at least 5 years will be split into two groups: one gets only ergo…

This study tests whether a program of exercise and ergonomics training can reduce muscle and joint pain in teachers. About 80 teachers who have had pain for at least three months will be randomly assigned to receive the training or not. Researchers will measure changes in pain, d…

This study tests whether a wearable device called Apollo, which gives off gentle vibrations, can reduce stress and burnout in doctors. Fifty physicians at UPMC will wear the device daily and report their stress and burnout levels. The goal is to see if this simple tool can improv…

This study tests whether a structured 20-hour productivity training program can reduce job stress and improve productivity attitudes among nurses. Seventy nurses will be randomly assigned to either the training group or a control group that receives no training. Researchers will …

This study tests a 4-month coaching program for pregnant or recently postpartum doctors-in-training. Half the participants get one-on-one and group coaching sessions; the other half do not. Researchers will measure burnout, well-being, and confidence through surveys at the start,…

This pilot study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) to expose cabin crew to their workplace can help them return to work faster after sick leave due to mental health issues. About 118 participants will either get usual care or usual care plus at least one VR session where t…

This study tests a 10-week program called SOULFOOD that combines mind-body techniques, nutrition advice, and relaxation exercises to help healthcare workers at University Medicine Essen build resilience and reduce burnout. About 252 employees with moderate stress levels will part…

This study tests whether a breathing and meditation program (Sudarshan Kriya Yoga and Sahaj Meditation) can reduce burnout and improve well-being in doctors, nurses, and other clinicians. About 180 healthcare workers will be randomly assigned to the program or a control group. Th…

This pilot study tests whether an evidence-based quality improvement (EBQI) process can reduce burnout among VA primary care providers and staff. Researchers will work with 5 clinics to identify key burnout drivers and implement targeted solutions. The study will measure changes …

This study tests a program called FOREST that teaches positive emotion skills to staff working in gun violence prevention. The goal is to reduce burnout, anxiety, and depression, and improve well-being and job retention. One hundred employees from UCAN in Chicago will take part o…

This study looks at whether low oxygen levels (like at high altitudes) increase the risk of heat stress during moderate work in hot environments. Twenty healthy young and older men will walk on a treadmill in a hot room, once with normal oxygen and once with low oxygen. Researche…

This observational study will enroll up to one million adults to understand how health, environment, and lifestyle affect aging and disease. Researchers will link participants' clinical data with information from public records, such as pollution and social factors, to create a d…

This study looks at how migraine headaches relate to pain sensitivity, work stress, and muscle pain in people who work at desks. Researchers will compare 159 office workers with and without migraine to find connections that could lead to better workplace health. The goal is to un…

This study will survey 2,000 medical residents in Paris hospitals about their physical and mental health, including anxiety, depression, burnout, and sexual health. Researchers aim to find out how many residents have health issues and how well they access care. The goal is to imp…

This study looks at occupational stress in surgeons and musicians by using wearable brain monitors, saliva tests, and questionnaires. Researchers want to understand how these demanding jobs affect the body and mind. The study involves 20 adults and is run by MD Anderson Cancer Ce…

This study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) scribe can reduce the time and effort doctors spend on medical notes during patient visits. The AI listens to the conversation and drafts a note, which the doctor then reviews. Researchers will compare this to the usual way…

This study surveys 90 dentists and dental specialists to find out how common muscle and bone pain is in their job. Participants fill out a questionnaire about pain in different body areas and their knowledge of ergonomics. The goal is to identify which body parts are most affecte…

This study aims to create a hands-on training program to teach operating room teams—surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses—how to work more comfortably and avoid injuries. Poor ergonomics causes pain in over half of OR staff, leading to burnout and early retirement. The project …

This study tests whether a 2-hour Stress First Aid training, plus monthly virtual meetings, can reduce burnout and increase social support for 500 substance use outreach workers in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and tribal areas. Participants are randomly assig…

This study follows 200 adults who had a broken bone or joint injury to see what helps them return to work within a year. Researchers will look at injury severity, pain, workplace changes, and support like disability recognition. The goal is to find gaps in care and improve how ho…

This study aims to develop and test a supervision strategy for clinical supervisors in substance use disorder treatment programs. The goal is to reduce counselor burnout and turnover, and improve their well-being and performance. About 43 supervisors and counselors from residenti…

This study tests a training program called ASCEND, developed by the World Health Organization, for supervisors in Dutch small and medium-sized businesses. The goal is to help supervisors better support their employees' mental health, reduce stigma, and improve workplace well-bein…