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Mindfulness, a smart ring, and a pod: a new bundle aims to shield healthcare workers from burnout

NCT ID NCT07720297

Symptom relief Sponsor: Ohio State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 22, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether a combination of an 8-week mindfulness program, a wearable Oura ring that provides biofeedback and prompts, and on-site relaxation pods can reduce stress and burnout in healthcare workers. About 220 hospital employees in Ohio will be assigned to either the full bundle or the mindfulness program alone. Researchers will measure changes in perceived stress, burnout, resilience, and work engagement.

What this could mean

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Active substance
a bundle of an 8-week mindfulness program, an Oura ring wearable, and worksite respite pods
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer hospitals a practical, multi-part tool to reduce burnout and boost resilience among healthcare workers.
What could go wrong
This is an early proof-of-concept study, so results may not be generalizable. The bundle's many components make it hard to tell which part is driving any effect.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

220 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2022

Finished

Jun 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. 18 years or older 2. Actively employed as a healthcare professional/healthcare employee at one of four associated hospitals in Ohio 3. Ability to read and speak English. 4. Access to a personal smartphone or computer and willingness to download study applications. 5. WiFi access in order to enable access to study related materials, i.e. questionnaires, study instructions, etc. Exclusion Criteria: 1\. Previously participation/completion of the Mindfulness in Motion program.

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Conditions

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Burnout, Psychological occupation-related stress disorder Occupational Stress

As listed by the trial registrant

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Burnout Psychological resilience Work engagement Work-related stress

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

    Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States

  • The Ohio State University

    Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States

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