Can a simple class help surgeons avoid injury? pilot study tests ergonomics training
NCT ID NCT06386601
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested whether adding ergonomics training to the surgical curriculum helps OB/GYN residents learn safer body movements to prevent work-related injuries. 23 residents took a class on ergonomics and then practiced surgical skills on a model. Half received personalized feedback on their body positioning using an AI video tool, while the other half practiced without feedback. Researchers measured changes in knowledge and movement scores immediately and after two months to see if the training stuck.
What this could mean
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Active substance
ergonomics education and guided practice
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a standard ergonomics curriculum for surgical residents, potentially reducing work-related injuries among surgeons.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 23 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It measures short-term learning and satisfaction, not actual injury reduction.
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Montefiore Medical Center
The Bronx, New York, 10467, United States