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NCT ID NCT07757737

Symptom relief Sponsor: LNA SANTE Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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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

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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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Study facts

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Participants

35 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2025

Finished

Jul 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Volunteer care staff (nursing assistants, registered nurses, personal care assistants, psychomotor therapists) from five LNA Santé nursing homes in France who regularly perform resident handling tasks in decubitus position.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Currently employed at the study site for at least 1 month, with a completed probationary period * Working in an open care unit (unité ouverte) of a LNA Santé nursing home (EHPAD), either day or night shifts * Regularly performing care tasks for residents in lying position (decubitus), including bed baths and diaper changes * Able to read and write French * Having provided written informed consent to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Pre-existing diagnosed back condition or rheumatological disease (such as rheumatoid arthritis or polymyalgia rheumatica) or shoulder condition (shoulder prosthesis or rotator cuff tear) that would prevent safe exoskeleton use * Any other health condition preventing exoskeleton wear * Employment contract shorter than the study duration * Unable to give written informed consent * Person protected under French law (pregnant, breastfeeding or recently delivered woman; minor; person under legal protection; person deprived of liberty - as per Articles L1121-5 to L1121-8 of the French Public Health Code) * Not affiliated with a French social security scheme

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Low Back Pain musculoskeletal system disorder Occupational Diseases occupational disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Low back pain Musculoskeletal diseases Occupational diseases Occupational health

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Les Jardins d'Olonne

    Les Sables-d'Olonne, 85100, France

  • Les Jardins de Leysotte

    Villenave-d'Ornon, 33140, France

  • Résidence Creisker

    Pornichet, 44380, France

  • Résidence Marconi

    Chatou, 78400, France

  • Villa Océane

    Belz, 56550, France

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