Hidden hazard: study tracks physical toll on ERCP doctors to prevent injury

NCT ID NCT07691580

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study measures the physical forces and muscle strain experienced by gastroenterologists while performing ERCP, a complex endoscopic procedure. Ten doctors will be recorded using motion-capture technology during ERCP and standard endoscopies. The goal is to identify ergonomic risks that could lead to musculoskeletal disorders and inform better workplace practices.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If this study identifies key physical stressors, it could lead to better ergonomic guidelines and equipment to reduce injury risk for doctors performing ERCP.
What could go wrong: This is a small observational study with only 10 participants, so findings may not apply to all gastroenterologists or settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

musculoskeletal system disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BIOMECHANIC ERCP MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS

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Centre Hospitalier Universitaire d'Amiens
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Amiens, Picardie, 80000, France

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