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Objective Sensing of Operating Room Ergonomics

Investigation of Musculoskeletal Injuries in Surgical Teams

Not Recruiting
100 years or below
All
Phase N/A
1 Location

Brief description of study.

The purpose of this study is to quantify the prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries and risk factors among the surgical team members through validated questionnaires and measure surgeons' and surgical assistants' intraoperative ergonomics using wearable, wireless, and unobtrusive motion tracking sensors, and pressure maps.

Detailed description of study

The purpose of this study is to quantify the prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries and risk factors among the surgical team members through validated questionnaires and measure surgeons' and surgical assistants' intraoperative ergonomics using wearable, wireless, and unobtrusive motion tracking sensors, and pressure maps.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Healthy
  • Age: 100 years or below
  • Gender: All

This study investigates the prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries among surgical team members. Musculoskeletal injuries refer to harm or damage to muscles and bones, often caused by repetitive movements or strain. The study aims to identify risk factors and measure the ergonomics, or the efficiency and comfort, of surgeons and surgical assistants during operations.

Participants will complete questionnaires that have been validated, or tested for accuracy, to assess their risk of musculoskeletal injuries. Additionally, the study will use wearable, wireless sensors and pressure maps to track and measure the movements and posture of the surgical team during procedures.

  • Who can participate: Eligibility criteria, including age and other key factors, are not specified.
  • Study details: Participants will be required to wear wireless motion tracking sensors and complete questionnaires. These devices and surveys will help researchers measure the ergonomics and identify risk factors for injuries.
Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1709112929

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