Physical Activity Levels and Musculoskeletal Health Among Health Science Academicians at Istanbul Aydin University

NCT07445100 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: IAU-ACAD-PA-2026-01
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 73
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

This study aims to investigate the relationship between physical activity levels and posture, sleep quality, depression, and musculoskeletal system problems among academic staff working in the health sciences field at Istanbul Aydın University. Modern technological developments and sedentary work patterns have significantly reduced daily physical activity levels. Academic personnel often spend long hours sitting, preparing lectures, conducting research, and using computers, which may negatively affect posture and increase the risk of musculoskeletal pain. Reduced physical activity has also been associated with poor sleep quality and increased depressive symptoms. This cross-sectional study will include academic staff aged 23-65 years working in the Faculty of Health Sciences. Participation will be voluntary. Data will be collected using a sociodemographic information form and validated assessment tools, including the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ), New York Posture Rating Chart, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), and the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. The primary objective is to evaluate whether physical activity levels are associated with posture, sleep quality, depression levels, and musculoskeletal complaints. The findings are expected to contribute to the development of preventive strategies aimed at improving occupational health, well-being, and quality of life among academic personnel.

Conditions

Musculoskeletal Diseases; Depression; Sleep Wake Disorders; Posture

Keywords

Academic Personnel; Occupational Health; Musculoskeletal Pain; Sleep Quality; Cross-Sectional Study

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Physical Activity Level (IPAQ-SF Total MET-min/week Score)

  Total physical activity level will be assessed using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF). The total MET-minutes per week score will be calculated according to IPAQ scoring guidelines.

  At baseline (single assessment)

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Posture Score (New York Posture Rating Chart)

  At baseline (single assessment)

Study Arms (1)

Health Sciences Academic Staff

This cohort includes academic staff working in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Istanbul Aydın University. Participants are between 23 and 65 years of age and will complete validated questionnaires assessing physical activity, posture, sleep quality, depression, and musculoskeletal complaints. No intervention will be applied. This is an observational cross-sectional study with a single group.

Other: Observational Data Collection

Interventions

Observational Data Collection OTHER

No intervention is applied in this study. Participants will complete validated questionnaires assessing physical activity, posture, sleep quality, depression, and musculoskeletal complaints. This is an observational cross-sectional assessment study.

Health Sciences Academic Staff

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 23 Years - 65 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study population consists of academicians working in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Istanbul Aydın University. Participants are between 23 and 65 years of age and have at least one year of academic experience. The study targets voluntary academic staff without severe psychiatric disorders or major musculoskeletal conditions requiring medical treatment.

You may qualify if:

• Academicians working in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Istanbul Aydın University
• Aged between 23 and 65 years
• At least 1 year of academic experience
• Voluntary agreement to participate and signed informed consent

You may not qualify if:

• Diagnosis of severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., schizophrenia)
• Pregnancy
• Use of antipsychotic medication
• History of recent trauma or surgical operation within the last year
• Severe musculoskeletal disorders requiring medical or surgical treatment (e.g., advanced scoliosis or kyphosis)

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Istanbul Aydın University: lead

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Musculoskeletal Diseases; Depression; Sleep Wake Disorders; Musculoskeletal Pain; Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Behavioral Symptoms; Behavior; Nervous System Diseases; Neurologic Manifestations; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms; Mental Disorders; Muscular Diseases; Pain; Sleep Disorders, Intrinsic; Dyssomnias

Study Officials

• Gozde Basbug, MD, PhD

  Istanbul Aydın University

  STUDY CHAIR

Central Study Contacts

Fatma Çavdarcı, PhD Candidate

CONTACT

+905374590918; cvdrcftm@gmail.com

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: CASE ONLY
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: PhD Candidate

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: February 25, 2026
• First Posted: March 3, 2026
• Study Start: March 1, 2026
• Primary Completion: April 1, 2026
• Study Completion: May 1, 2026
• Last Updated: March 3, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-02