Musculoskeletal DisordersNCT07481838
Evaluation of Ergonomic Risks and the Effect of Patient Education on Musculoskeletal Complaints, Posture and Breathing Awareness in Bank Employees
A study testing Ergonomic Education in people with Musculoskeletal Disorders and Neck Pain, run by Uskudar University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
This study aims to evaluate ergonomic risks among bank office employees and to investigate the effects of patient education and breathing exercises on musculoskeletal complaints, posture, ergonomic awareness and breathing awareness. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 20 to 55 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Musculoskeletal Disorders, Neck Pain, Low Back Pain
- What is being tested?
- Ergonomic Education
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 62 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 24 Nov 2025to 6 Mar 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- 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 20 to 55 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Aged between 20 and 55 years
- Working at a desk job
- Using a computer for at least 4 hours per day
- Employed in the same job for at least 6 months
- Voluntarily agreeing to participate in the study
Who cannot join
- History of musculoskeletal injury, trauma or surgery affecting the head, neck, back, shoulder, arm, leg or hand
- Pregnancy
- Presence of any medical condition affecting the musculoskeletal system
- Regular use of analgesic medication
- Diagnosis of psychiatric disorders
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Uskudar University, Faculty of Health Sciences
Istanbul, 34662
About this study
Official title: Evaluation of Ergonomic Risks and the Effect of Patient Education and Breathing Exercises on Musculoskeletal Complaints, Posture, Ergonomic Awareness and Breathing Awareness in Bank Employees
This study aims to evaluate ergonomic risks among bank office employees and to investigate the effects of patient education and breathing exercises on musculoskeletal complaints, posture, ergonomic awareness and breathing awareness. Office workers often experience musculoskeletal problems due to prolonged sitting, poor posture and repetitive computer-based work. In this study, participants will be assessed using standardized questionnaires and ergonomic assessment methods before and after a eight-week intervention program. The intervention includes ergonomic education and breathing exercises delivered by a physiotherapist. The results of the study are expected to provide evidence on the effectiveness of ergonomic education and breathing exercises in improving musculoskeletal health and posture awareness among office workers.
Read the detailed description
Musculoskeletal complaints such as neck and low back pain are frequently observed among office workers due to prolonged sitting, poor posture and repetitive computer use. Bank employees spend a large portion of their working hours in sedentary positions, which may increase the risk of musculoskeletal disorders. Ergonomic risk factors, lack of physical activity and poor posture awareness may contribute to these health problems.
The aim of this study is to evaluate ergonomic risk factors among bank employees and to examine the effects of ergonomic education and breathing exercises on musculoskeletal complaints, ergonomic knowledge, posture awareness and breathing awareness. The study includes office employees aged between 20 and 55 years who work at a desk for at least four hours per day.
Participants will be randomly assigned to intervention and control groups. Baseline measurements will include demographic information, pain intensity assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), ergonomic risk assessment using Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) and Rapid Office Strain Assessment (ROSA), musculoskeletal complaints using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire, posture awareness using the Postural Awareness Scale (PAS) and breathing awareness using the Nijmegen Questionnaire.
The intervention group will receive ergonomic education and breathing exercise training supervised by a physiotherapist for eight weeks. Sessions will be conducted twice per week using video-based exercise guidance and online conferencing. The control group will receive no intervention and will only undergo baseline and follow-up assessments.
All participants will be evaluated at baseline and after eight weeks. The results of the study will be analyzed to determine the effectiveness of ergonomic education and breathing exercises in reducing musculoskeletal complaints and improving posture and breathing awareness among bank office employees.
- Conditions
- Musculoskeletal Disorders, Neck Pain, Low Back Pain, Postural Problems
- Being tested
- Ergonomic Education
- Keywords
- Ergonomics, Office Workers, Bank Employees, Posture Awareness, Workplace Ergonomics, Physiotherapy
- Medical subject headings
- Musculoskeletal Diseases, Neck Pain, Low Back Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Ergonomic EducationBehavioural
Educational sessions designed to increase awareness about workplace ergonomics, correct sitting posture and proper workstation setup for office workers.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention Group | Experimental | Participants in this arm will complete a 8-week multimodal intervention program supervised by a physical therapist, delivered twice weekly via synchronous video conferencing and video based modules. The program integrates individualized ergonomic education, informed by baseline ROSA and RULA risk assessments to optimize workstation setups, with a structured respiratory exercise protocol designed to enhance postural and breathing awareness. Each 30-40 minute session focuses on mitigating musculoskeletal strain and improving thoracic mobility. Clinical outcomes, including pain, postural and respiratory awareness , and ergonomic knowledge, will be reassessed at the end of the 8-week period to evaluate efficacy relative to baseline. Receives: Behavioral: Ergonomic Education |
| Control Group | No intervention | This group will not receive any active intervention, including respiratory exercises, ergonomic training, or patient education during the study period. Participants will only undergo baseline (pre-test) and follow-up (post-test) assessments. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Musculoskeletal Pain Intensity
Musculoskeletal pain intensity will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS).
Participants rate their pain on a scale from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst possible pain).
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Ergonomic Risk Level
Ergonomic risk will be assessed using the Rapid Office Strain Assessment (ROSA) method to evaluate workstation ergonomics and office-related risk factors.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Secondary outcomes (4)
Upper Limb Ergonomic Risk
Upper limb ergonomic risk will be assessed using the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) method.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Musculoskeletal Symptoms
Musculoskeletal complaints will be evaluated using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Postural Awareness
Postural awareness will be assessed using the Postural Awareness Scale (PAS).
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Breathing Awareness
Breathing awareness will be assessed using the Nijmegen Questionnaire.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted19 Mar 2026
- Study start24 Nov 2025
- Primary completion19 Jan 2026
- Study completion6 Mar 2026
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Musculoskeletal DisordersStudies 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
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 62 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Uskudar University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Mizgin Duygu, Uskudar University
- Investigators
- Filiz Eyuboglu, PhD, Study director, Uskudar UniversityMert İlhan, MSc., Principal investigator, Uskudar UniversityTuba Kolaylı Çerezci, MSc., Principal investigator, Uskudar UniversityMizgin Duygu, PT., Principal investigator, Uskudar University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07481838
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- MIZRCT26
- Status last verified
- Apr 2026
- First submitted
- 15 Mar 2026
- Last updated
- 16 Apr 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 16 Apr 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Evaluation of Ergonomic Risks and the Effect of Patient Education and Breathing Exercises on Musculoskeletal Complaints, Posture, Ergonomic Awareness and Breathing Awareness in Bank Employees
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07481838
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- MIZRCT26
- Conditions
- Musculoskeletal Disorders, Neck Pain, Low Back Pain, Postural Problems
- Keywords
- Ergonomics, Office Workers, Bank Employees, Posture Awareness, Workplace Ergonomics, Physiotherapy
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 62 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Uskudar UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 24 Nov 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 19 Jan 2026 (actual)
- Study completion
- 6 Mar 2026 (actual)
- First posted
- 19 Mar 2026 (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 study aims to evaluate ergonomic risks among bank office employees and to investigate the effects of patient education and breathing exercises on musculoskeletal complaints, posture, ergonomic awareness and breathing awareness. Office workers often experience musculoskeletal problems due to prolonged sitting, poor posture and repetitive computer-based work. In this study, participants will be assessed using standardized questionnaires and ergonomic assessment methods before and after a eight-week intervention program. The intervention includes ergonomic education and breathing exercises delivered by a physiotherapist. The results of the study are expected to provide evidence on the effectiveness of ergonomic education and breathing exercises in improving musculoskeletal health and posture awareness among office workers.
Detailed description
Musculoskeletal complaints such as neck and low back pain are frequently observed among office workers due to prolonged sitting, poor posture and repetitive computer use. Bank employees spend a large portion of their working hours in sedentary positions, which may increase the risk of musculoskeletal disorders. Ergonomic risk factors, lack of physical activity and poor posture awareness may contribute to these health problems.
The aim of this study is to evaluate ergonomic risk factors among bank employees and to examine the effects of ergonomic education and breathing exercises on musculoskeletal complaints, ergonomic knowledge, posture awareness and breathing awareness. The study includes office employees aged between 20 and 55 years who work at a desk for at least four hours per day.
Participants will be randomly assigned to intervention and control groups. Baseline measurements will include demographic information, pain intensity assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), ergonomic risk assessment using Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) and Rapid Office Strain Assessment (ROSA), musculoskeletal complaints using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire, posture awareness using the Postural Awareness Scale (PAS) and breathing awareness using the Nijmegen Questionnaire.
The intervention group will receive ergonomic education and breathing exercise training supervised by a physiotherapist for eight weeks. Sessions will be conducted twice per week using video-based exercise guidance and online conferencing. The control group will receive no intervention and will only undergo baseline and follow-up assessments.
All participants will be evaluated at baseline and after eight weeks. The results of the study will be analyzed to determine the effectiveness of ergonomic education and breathing exercises in reducing musculoskeletal complaints and improving posture and breathing awareness among bank office employees.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Ergonomic EducationParticipants in this arm will complete a 8-week multimodal intervention program supervised by a physical therapist, delivered twice weekly via synchronous video conferencing and video based modules. The program integrates individualized ergonomic education, informed by baseline ROSA and RULA risk assessments to optimize workstation setups, with a structured respiratory exercise protocol designed to enhance postural and breathing awareness. Each 30-40 minute session focuses on mitigating musculoskeletal strain and improving thoracic mobility. Clinical outcomes, including pain, postural and respiratory awareness , and ergonomic knowledge, will be reassessed at the end of the 8-week period to evaluate efficacy relative to baseline. |
| Control Group | No intervention | –This group will not receive any active intervention, including respiratory exercises, ergonomic training, or patient education during the study period. Participants will only undergo baseline (pre-test) and follow-up (post-test) assessments. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 20 to 55 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Aged between 20 and 55 years
- Working at a desk job
- Using a computer for at least 4 hours per day
- Employed in the same job for at least 6 months
- Voluntarily agreeing to participate in the study
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- History of musculoskeletal injury, trauma or surgery affecting the head, neck, back, shoulder, arm, leg or hand
- Pregnancy
- Presence of any medical condition affecting the musculoskeletal system
- Regular use of analgesic medication
- Diagnosis of psychiatric disorders
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ergonomic EducationEducational sessions designed to increase awareness about workplace ergonomics, correct sitting posture and proper workstation setup for office workers. | Behavioural | Intervention Group |
Primary outcome
Musculoskeletal Pain Intensity
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Musculoskeletal pain intensity will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Participants rate their pain on a scale from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst possible pain).
Ergonomic Risk Level
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Ergonomic risk will be assessed using the Rapid Office Strain Assessment (ROSA) method to evaluate workstation ergonomics and office-related risk factors.
4 secondary outcomes
Upper Limb Ergonomic Risk
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Musculoskeletal Symptoms
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Postural Awareness
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Breathing Awareness
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
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 16 Apr 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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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.
Filiz Eyuboglu, PhD study director
Uskudar University
Mert İlhan, MSc. principal investigator
Uskudar University
Tuba Kolaylı Çerezci, MSc. principal investigator
Uskudar University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Ergonomic Education in people with Musculoskeletal Disorders and Neck Pain, run by Uskudar 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 5 inclusion and 5 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 16 Apr 2026. 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?
Musculoskeletal Pain Intensity (time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks). 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 16 Apr 2026.