Hospital cleaners get a posture makeover to fight pain

NCT ID NCT07590453

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Akdeniz University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a posture protection program for 60 hospital cleaners to see if it reduces muscle and bone pain. The program includes training on safe lifting, body mechanics, and posture awareness, plus reminders via posters and messages. Researchers will measure pain levels and ergonomic risks before and after the program.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Posture Protection Program (ergonomic training, body mechanics, exercises, and reminders)
What this could lead to: If it works, this program could reduce pain and injury risk for hospital cleaning staff, improving their work life and reducing healthcare costs.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants and no control group, so results may not apply to all cleaners. The program may not be practical in busy hospital settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

musculoskeletal system disorder occupational disorder

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ERGONOMIC RISK EXPOSURE WORK-RELATED MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS

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