A robotic back brace could save Caregivers' spines
NCT ID NCT07757737
First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a wearable exoskeleton—a supportive device worn around the torso—can reduce physical effort and pain for nursing home staff who regularly lift, turn, and bathe residents in bed. Over 11 weeks, 35 care workers across five French nursing homes will wear the device during all bed baths and diaper changes, tracking their perceived exertion and pain daily. The goal is to see if this mechanical support can ease the strain that often leads to musculoskeletal disorders and sick leave in healthcare workers.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Passive back-assist exoskeleton (HAPO Version 4)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this wearable device could reduce physical strain and pain for nursing home staff, potentially lowering sick leave and improving worker well-being.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small observational study, so results may not apply broadly. The device may not fit all body types or work routines, and daily use could be cumbersome or cause discomfort.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Les Jardins d'Olonne
Les Sables-d'Olonne, 85100, France
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Les Jardins de Leysotte
Villenave-d'Ornon, 33140, France
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Résidence Creisker
Pornichet, 44380, France
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Résidence Marconi
Chatou, 78400, France
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Villa Océane
Belz, 56550, France
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