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Behavioural Intervention

Biofeedback Device for Postural Strain

N/A
Recruiting
Led By William Sherrill, MD
Research Sponsored by Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Surgical residents with surgical experience of at least one year (Postgraduate year 2-5)
Be older than 18 years old
Must not have
History of orthopedic surgery in the last six months per self-report
Clinically diagnosed inflammatory musculoskeletal disorders per self-report
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up week 1 to week 4]
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

"This trial focuses on evaluating the ergonomic conditions for surgical residents. By using biofeedback devices and education, the aim is to reduce musculoskeletal disorders in surgical residents. This intervention could potentially lead to longer

Who is the study for?
This trial is for surgical residents who are in good health but may experience postural strain. The goal is to see if using a posture biofeedback device can reduce musculoskeletal disorders.
What is being tested?
The study tests whether a posture biofeedback device, along with education, helps surgical residents improve their posture and potentially prevent future musculoskeletal issues.
What are the potential side effects?
Since the intervention involves non-invasive biofeedback for posture correction, significant side effects are not anticipated.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I am a surgical resident with at least one year of experience.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:
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I have had orthopedic surgery within the last six months.
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I have been told I have an inflammatory joint or muscle condition.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~week 1 to week 4]
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and week 1 to week 4] for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary study objectives
Time spent in upright vs non-upright position
Secondary study objectives
Change in Self-reported musculoskeletal pain score

Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: ResidentsExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
This is a single arm study. All Resident participants will use the posture biofeedback device.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Wake Forest University Health SciencesLead Sponsor
1,403 Previous Clinical Trials
2,478,323 Total Patients Enrolled
William Sherrill, MDPrincipal InvestigatorWake Forest University Health Sciences
~5 spots leftby May 2025
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