Musculoskeletal Problems, Pain, and QoL in Chiropractors in Relation to Their Working ConditionsNCT06519305
Examination of Musculoskeletal System Problems, Pain and Quality of Life Related to Working Conditions in Chiropractors
An observational study of Musculoskeletal Problems, Pain, and QoL in Chiropractors in Relation to Their Working Conditions, run by Istanbul Bilgi University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
This research aims to investigate musculoskeletal problems and pain, as well as their effects on the quality of life, arising from the working conditions of chiropractors in their workplaces. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 25 to 45 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Musculoskeletal Problems, Pain, and QoL in Chiropractors in Relation to Their Working Conditions
- What is being tested?
- Survey completion
- How many people
- 30 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 25 Apr 2024to 25 Jun 2024
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 25 to 45 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Study population: Professionals actively working as chiropractors
Who may be able to join
- Male and female physiotherapists between the ages of 25-45, with at least 1 year of chiropractic experience, will be selected
Who cannot join
- Having practiced chiropractic for less than 1 year.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
This research aims to investigate musculoskeletal problems and pain, as well as their effects on the quality of life, arising from the working conditions of chiropractors in their workplaces. Additionally, it is intended to conduct a detailed analysis of working conditions in chiropractors' work environments to identify existing problems, establish the cause-and-effect relationship between musculoskeletal problems, pain, and these conditions, conduct studies to improve chiropractors' work environments, and demonstrate the positive effects of improving working conditions on the quality of life and professional performance of chiropractors. Within this scope, the physical layout of chiropractors' work environments, ergonomic factors, and workplace conditions will be analyzed. Musculoskeletal problems experienced by chiropractors will be identified, and research will be conducted on pain and musculoskeletal disorders associated with workplace factors. Furthermore, the effects of working conditions on the quality of life of chiropractors will be evaluated.
- Conditions
- Musculoskeletal Problems, Pain, and QoL in Chiropractors in Relation to Their Working Conditions
- Being tested
- Survey completion
- Keywords
- musculoskeletal system problems,, pain,, quality of life,, chiropractors
- Medical subject headings
- Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Survey completionOther
Participants will be asked to fill out the survey via email.
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
The Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
VAS is a measurement tool commonly used to assess subjective characteristics or experiences, particularly pain intensity. It typically consists of a straight line, usually 10 centimeters in length, with one end representing the extreme of the characteristic being measured (e.g., "no pain" or "worst pain imaginable") and the other end representing the opposite extreme. Participants are asked to mark on the line the point that best represents their experience. This mark's distance from the zero point (e.g., "no pain") is then measured to quantify the characteristic being assessed. For pain intensity, the distance marked by the participant correlates with the severity of their pain, with longer distances indicating more severe pain. The VAS is a simple yet effective tool for quantifying subjective experiences and is widely used in clinical settings and research studies to assess various factors such as pain intensity, mood, and well-being.
Measured: 1 mount
SF-36 Short Form 36 Health Survey,
The SF-36, or Short Form 36, is a widely used questionnaire designed to assess an individual's health-related quality of life. It consists of 36 questions that cover eight different health domains: physical functioning, role limitations due to physical health problems, bodily pain, general health perceptions, vitality (energy/fatigue), social functioning, role limitations due to emotional problems, and mental health (psychological distress and psychological well-being). Each domain is scored separately, and the scores can be aggregated to produce two summary measures: the Physical Component Summary (PCS) and the Mental Component Summary (MCS). These summary measures provide an overall assessment of physical and mental health status, respectively. The SF-36 is a valuable tool in clinical research and healthcare settings for evaluating patients' overall health status, tracking changes over time, and comparing different patient populations.
Measured: 1 mount
Secondary outcomes (1)
The Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
BDI), also known as the Beck Depression Scale, is a self-report questionnaire designed to measure the severity of depression symptoms in individuals. Beck, the BDI consists of 21 items that assess various symptoms commonly associated with depression, such as sadness, guilt, fatigue, changes in appetite or sleep patterns, and suicidal thoughts.Each item on the scale presents a statement describing a particular symptom, and individuals are asked to rate how much they have been experiencing each symptom over a specific time frame, typically the past two weeks. Responses are scored on a scale ranging from 0 to 3, with higher scores indicating greater severity of depressive symptoms.The total score on the BDI provides an overall measure of depression severity, with higher scores indicating more severe depression.
Measured: 1 mount
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted25 Jul 2024
- Study start25 Apr 2024
- Primary completion25 May 2024
- Study completion25 Jun 2024
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Musculoskeletal Problems, Pain, and QoL in Chiropractors in Relation to Their Working ConditionsStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Istanbul Bilgi University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, AYCAN ÇAKMAK REYHAN, Istanbul Bilgi University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06519305
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- IstanbulBuu
- Status last verified
- Mar 2025
- First submitted
- 19 Jul 2024
- Last updated
- 11 Mar 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 11 Mar 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Examination of Musculoskeletal System Problems, Pain and Quality of Life Related to Working Conditions in Chiropractors
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06519305
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- IstanbulBuu
- Conditions
- Musculoskeletal Problems, Pain, and QoL in Chiropractors in Relation to Their Working Conditions
- Keywords
- musculoskeletal system problems,, pain,, quality of life,, chiropractors
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Istanbul Bilgi UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 25 Apr 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 25 May 2024 (actual)
- Study completion
- 25 Jun 2024 (actual)
- First posted
- 25 Jul 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This research aims to investigate musculoskeletal problems and pain, as well as their effects on the quality of life, arising from the working conditions of chiropractors in their workplaces. Additionally, it is intended to conduct a detailed analysis of working conditions in chiropractors' work environments to identify existing problems, establish the cause-and-effect relationship between musculoskeletal problems, pain, and these conditions, conduct studies to improve chiropractors' work environments, and demonstrate the positive effects of improving working conditions on the quality of life and professional performance of chiropractors. Within this scope, the physical layout of chiropractors' work environments, ergonomic factors, and workplace conditions will be analyzed. Musculoskeletal problems experienced by chiropractors will be identified, and research will be conducted on pain and musculoskeletal disorders associated with workplace factors. Furthermore, the effects of working conditions on the quality of life of chiropractors will be evaluated.
Study design
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Prospective
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 25 to 45 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
- Study population
- Professionals actively working as chiropractors
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Male and female physiotherapists between the ages of 25-45, with at least 1 year of chiropractic experience, will be selected
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Having practiced chiropractic for less than 1 year.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Survey completionParticipants will be asked to fill out the survey via email. | Other | – |
Primary outcome
The Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
Time frame: 1 mount
VAS is a measurement tool commonly used to assess subjective characteristics or experiences, particularly pain intensity. It typically consists of a straight line, usually 10 centimeters in length, with one end representing the extreme of the characteristic being measured (e.g., "no pain" or "worst pain imaginable") and the other end representing the opposite extreme. Participants are asked to mark on the line the point that best represents their experience. This mark's distance from the zero point (e.g., "no pain") is then measured to quantify the characteristic being assessed. For pain intensity, the distance marked by the participant correlates with the severity of their pain, with longer distances indicating more severe pain. The VAS is a simple yet effective tool for quantifying subjective experiences and is widely used in clinical settings and research studies to assess various factors such as pain intensity, mood, and well-being.
SF-36 Short Form 36 Health Survey,
Time frame: 1 mount
The SF-36, or Short Form 36, is a widely used questionnaire designed to assess an individual's health-related quality of life. It consists of 36 questions that cover eight different health domains: physical functioning, role limitations due to physical health problems, bodily pain, general health perceptions, vitality (energy/fatigue), social functioning, role limitations due to emotional problems, and mental health (psychological distress and psychological well-being). Each domain is scored separately, and the scores can be aggregated to produce two summary measures: the Physical Component Summary (PCS) and the Mental Component Summary (MCS). These summary measures provide an overall assessment of physical and mental health status, respectively. The SF-36 is a valuable tool in clinical research and healthcare settings for evaluating patients' overall health status, tracking changes over time, and comparing different patient populations.
1 secondary outcome
The Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
Time frame: 1 mount
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 11 Mar 2025.
Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Musculoskeletal Problems, Pain, and QoL in Chiropractors in Relation to Their Working Conditions, run by Istanbul Bilgi University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 11 Mar 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) (time frame: 1 mount). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 11 Mar 2025.