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Hospital cleaners get a posture makeover to fight pain

NCT ID NCT07590453

Disease control Sponsor: Akdeniz University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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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.

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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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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 60 people

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Expected to start

Nov 2026

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Expected to finish

Mar 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Employed as an active hospital cleaning staff member for at least 12 months Working in inpatient hospital units Willing to participate in the study and providing written informed consent voluntarily Working in daytime shifts during the study period Exclusion Criteria: Having received training on the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders within the last 12 months Having congenital or acquired physical disabilities Having a previously diagnosed musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) Not performing routine cleaning duties (e.g., supervisors or administrative staff)

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Conditions

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musculoskeletal system disorder occupational disorder

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Ergonomic risk exposure Work-related musculoskeletal disorders

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