Examination of Musculoskeletal System Problems, Pain and Quality of Life Related to Working Conditions in Chiropractors

NCT06519305 | Completed DMC

• 1 other identifier: IstanbulBuu
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 30
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief 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. 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

Keywords

musculoskeletal system problems,; pain,; quality of life,; chiropractors

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• 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.

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• 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.

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Secondary Outcomes (1)

• The Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)

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Interventions

Survey completion OTHER

Participants will be asked to fill out the survey via email.

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 25 Years - 45 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)
• Sampling Method: Probability Sample

Study Population

Professionals actively working as chiropractors

You may qualify if:

• Male and female physiotherapists between the ages of 25-45, with at least 1 year of chiropractic experience, will be selected

You may not qualify if:

• Having practiced chiropractic for less than 1 year.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Istanbul Bilgi University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Istanbul Bilgi University

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Pain

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Neurologic Manifestations; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: COHORT
• Time Perspective: PROSPECTIVE
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: PhD

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: July 19, 2024
• First Posted: July 25, 2024
• Study Start: April 25, 2024
• Primary Completion: May 25, 2024
• Study Completion: June 25, 2024
• Last Updated: March 11, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-03

Locations

TU (1)