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Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among EGYPTIAN OtorhinolarngologistsNCT03804190

Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Otorhinolarngologists

An observational study of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among EGYPTIAN Otorhinolarngologists, run by Cairo University at 1 site in Egypt.

Unknown status

Status not confirmed. The sponsor has not verified this record for over two years, so it may be out of date.

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Trial summary

Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Otorhinolarngologists Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 25 to 45 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
What is being tested?
questionaire
How many people
200 participants
Where
1 siteEgypt
Study dates
1 Oct 2018to 1 Jul 2019
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: otorhinolaryngologist in cairo university hospitals ,cairo teaching hospitasl will participate in the study.

Who may be able to join

  • otorhinolaryngologist in cairo university hospitals ,cairo teaching hospitasl will participate in the study.
  • General and specialized otolaryngologists will be included in the study.
  • Both genders will be included in the study.
  • 1-20 years of experience.

Who cannot join

  • Otorhinologist will be excluded if :
  • they had musculoskeletal abnormalities due to other causes not work related (i.e. congenital,traumatic,neurological).
  • They had any systemic diseases such as uncontrolled diabetes, which may influence the musculoskeletal system
  • Otolaryngologists with previous operation involving locomotors system.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Egypt1 site
  • Faculty of Physical Therapy Cairo University

    Cairo

Other trials in Egypt

About this study

Official title: Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Egyptian Otorhinolarngologist

Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Otorhinolarngologists

Read the detailed description

Musculoskeletal disorders(MSD) are one of the most common causes of occupational injuries and disability in industrialized nations and developing countries .with substantial financial consequences due to workers' compensation and medical expenses Otolaryngology (pronounced oh/toe/lair/in/goll/oh/jee) is the oldest medical specialty in the United States. Otolaryngologists are physicians trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck. They are commonly referred to as ENT physicians.

MSD were identified as a significant issue for the profession and Research has recognized that MSD in Otolaryngology contribute considerably to sick leave, reduced productivity and leaving the profession Because there are few studies available about MSD among Egyptian otolaryngologists So, the purpose of this study is to investigate musculoskeletal disorders among Egyptian otorhinlaryngologist and the relationship between the risk factors and the development of musculoskeletal disorders among Egyptian otolaryngologists

Being tested
questionaire

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • questionaireOther

    dutch musculoskeletal questionaire

Study groups in NCT03804190
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
1-5years experience1-5years of experience working as otorhinolaryngologist
Receives: Other: questionaire
5-10 years experience5-10years of experience working as otorhinolaryngologist
Receives: Other: questionaire
10-15years experince10-15years of experience working as otorhinolaryngologist
Receives: Other: questionaire
15_20years experience15-20years of experience working as otorhinolaryngologist
Receives: Other: questionaire

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. prevelance of work related musculoskeletal disorders among otorhinolaryngologist and work related musculoskeletal disorders among otorhinolaryngologist

    work related musculoskeletal disorders among otorhinolaryngologist

    Measured: one year

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted15 Jan 2019
  2. Study start1 Oct 2018
  3. Primary completion1 Feb 2019 (estimated)
  4. Study completion1 Jul 2019 (estimated)

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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
Ecologic or community
Time perspective
Cross-sectional
Enrolment
200 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT03804190
Sponsor's protocol ID
NO:P.T.REC/012/002090
Status last verified
Dec 2018
First submitted
11 Jan 2019
Last updated
15 Jan 2019
Results posted
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
Undecided

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

An observational study of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among EGYPTIAN Otorhinolarngologists, run by Cairo University at 1 site in Egypt.

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 4 inclusion and 4 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: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 15 Jan 2019. 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 Egypt. 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?

Results are not available in the source record.

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?

prevelance of work related musculoskeletal disorders among otorhinolaryngologist and work related musculoskeletal disorders among otorhinolaryngologist (time frame: one year). 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 15 Jan 2019.

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