Occupational Stress or Workplace StressNCT07269834
Workplace Exercise and Well-Being in Radiologic Technologists
A study testing Workplace Exercise Program in people with Occupational Stress or Workplace Stress and Burnout, run by Pedro Ramalho at 1 site in Portugal.
Trial summary
Radiologic technologists often face demanding work conditions that contribute to elevated stress levels and increased burnout risk, ultimately affecting both their well-being and professional effectiveness. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Occupational Stress or Workplace Stress, Burnout, Quality of Life
- What is being tested?
- Workplace Exercise Program
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 19 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePortugal
- Study dates
- 14 Aug 2025to 1 Dec 2025
- 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 18 years and older
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Healthy radiographers (diagnostic and therapeutic imaging technologists)
- Currently employed in the radiology department of the participating hospital
- Voluntary participation with signed informed consent
Who cannot join
- Presence of major musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, or neurological conditions that contraindicate physical exercise;
- Pregnancy;
- Unavailability to attend regular exercise sessions
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Portugal1 site
Local Health Unit of Castelo Branco (ULSCB)
Castelo Branco, 6000
About this study
Official title: Effects of a Workplace Exercise Program on Stress, Burnout, and Quality of Life in Radiologic Technologists
Radiologic technologists often face demanding work conditions that contribute to elevated stress levels and increased burnout risk, ultimately affecting both their well-being and professional effectiveness. Workplace exercise initiatives have shown potential benefits for improving physical and psychological health; however, experimental research targeting this specific occupational group is still scarce. The main aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of a structured workplace exercise intervention on perceived stress, burnout, and quality of life among radiologic technologists. The secondary objective is to assess the effects of a detraining period on the same outcomes following completion of the exercise program.
- Conditions
- Occupational Stress or Workplace Stress, Burnout, Quality of Life, Exercise Training, Radiologists, Health Promotion
- Being tested
- Workplace Exercise Program, Control (Non-exercise)
- Medical subject headings
- Occupational Stress, Burnout, Psychological
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Workplace Exercise ProgramBehavioural
Participants complete a six-week workplace exercise program comprising structured sessions based on methodologies described in previous studies (Alqhtani et al., 2023; Gelfman et al., 2024). Sessions are conducted three times per week, twice per day, with each session lasting approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
The program includes exercises primarily performed in a standing position and aims to improve flexibility, balance, and strength.
Flexibility training: Static and dynamic stretching exercises performed three times per week, 1-2 sets per exercise, held for 10-15 seconds each.
Balance training: Static and dynamic balance exercises performed three times per week, 1-3 sets per exercise, for 10-20 repetitions or 10-20 seconds over a 3-6 meter distance.
Strength training: Bodyweight and resistance exercises using auxiliary equipment (e.g., elastic bands), performed three times per week, 1-3 sets per exercise, 8-15 repetitions per set, with a slow to moderate tempo.
Control (Non-exercise)Other
Participants in the control (non-exercise) group maintain their usual work routines and will not participate in any structured exercise sessions during the study period.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise group | Experimental | Participants are involved in a workplace exercise program. Receives: Behavioral: Workplace Exercise Program |
| Control group | Other | Non-exercise group Receives: Other: Control (Non-exercise) |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Changes in Quality of Life Levels
The World Health Organization Quality of Life - BREF (WHOQOL-BREF) was used. The Portuguese version was adapted and validated by Canavarro et al. (2007).
Measured: From baseline to 6 weeks (end of the exercise program)
Changes in Burnout Levels
The Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI), developed by Kristensen et al. (2005) and adapted for the Portuguese population by Fonte (2011), was used to assess burnout levels.
Measured: From baseline to 6 weeks (end of the exercise program)
Changes in Perceived Stress Levels
The Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) was developed by Cohen, Kamarck, and Mermelstein (1983) and aims to measure an individual's subjective perception of stress intensity in their life - specifically, the degree to which situations are evaluated as unpredictable, uncontrollable, or overwhelming. The Portuguese version of the PSS-10 was validated by Trigo et al. (2010).
Measured: From baseline to 6 weeks (end of the exercise program)
Secondary outcomes (1)
Changes in quality of life, stress, and burnout
WHOQOL-BREF; Perceived Stress Scale; Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI)
Measured: End of intervention (week 6) and after 4 weeks of detraining (week 10)
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted8 Dec 2025
- Study start14 Aug 2025
- Primary completion30 Oct 2025
- Study completion1 Dec 2025
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Occupational Stress or Workplace StressStudies 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
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 19 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Pedro Ramalho
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- University of Beira Interior
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, Pedro Ramalho, University of Beira Interior
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07269834
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- EXER-RAD-2025
- Status last verified
- Jan 2026
- First submitted
- 25 Nov 2025
- Last updated
- 9 Jan 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided: De-identified data that support the findings of this study may be made available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request and following approval by the Ethics Committee.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 9 Jan 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of a Workplace Exercise Program on Stress, Burnout, and Quality of Life in Radiologic Technologists
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07269834
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- EXER-RAD-2025
- Conditions
- Occupational Stress or Workplace Stress, Burnout, Quality of Life, Exercise Training, Radiologists, Health Promotion
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 19 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Pedro RamalhoUniversity, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- University of Beira Interior
- Study start
- 14 Aug 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 30 Oct 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 1 Dec 2025 (actual)
- First posted
- 8 Dec 2025 (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.
Radiologic technologists often face demanding work conditions that contribute to elevated stress levels and increased burnout risk, ultimately affecting both their well-being and professional effectiveness. Workplace exercise initiatives have shown potential benefits for improving physical and psychological health; however, experimental research targeting this specific occupational group is still scarce. The main aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of a structured workplace exercise intervention on perceived stress, burnout, and quality of life among radiologic technologists. The secondary objective is to assess the effects of a detraining period on the same outcomes following completion of the exercise program.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise group | Experimental | Behavioral: Workplace Exercise ProgramParticipants are involved in a workplace exercise program. |
| Control group | Other | Other: Control (Non-exercise)Non-exercise group |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Healthy radiographers (diagnostic and therapeutic imaging technologists)
- Currently employed in the radiology department of the participating hospital
- Voluntary participation with signed informed consent
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Presence of major musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, or neurological conditions that contraindicate physical exercise;
- Pregnancy;
- Unavailability to attend regular exercise sessions
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Workplace Exercise ProgramParticipants complete a six-week workplace exercise program comprising structured sessions based on methodologies described in previous studies (Alqhtani et al., 2023; Gelfman et al., 2024). Sessions are conducted three times per week, twice per day, with each session lasting approximately 15 to 20 minutes. The program includes exercises primarily performed in a standing position and aims to improve flexibility, balance, and strength. Flexibility training: Static and dynamic stretching exercises performed three times per week, 1-2 sets per exercise, held for 10-15 seconds each. Balance training: Static and dynamic balance exercises performed three times per week, 1-3 sets per exercise, for 10-20 repetitions or 10-20 seconds over a 3-6 meter distance. Strength training: Bodyweight and resistance exercises using auxiliary equipment (e.g., elastic bands), performed three times per week, 1-3 sets per exercise, 8-15 repetitions per set, with a slow to moderate tempo. | Behavioural | Exercise group |
| Control (Non-exercise)Participants in the control (non-exercise) group maintain their usual work routines and will not participate in any structured exercise sessions during the study period. | Other | Control group |
Primary outcome
Changes in Quality of Life Levels
Time frame: From baseline to 6 weeks (end of the exercise program)
The World Health Organization Quality of Life - BREF (WHOQOL-BREF) was used. The Portuguese version was adapted and validated by Canavarro et al. (2007).
Changes in Burnout Levels
Time frame: From baseline to 6 weeks (end of the exercise program)
The Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI), developed by Kristensen et al. (2005) and adapted for the Portuguese population by Fonte (2011), was used to assess burnout levels.
Changes in Perceived Stress Levels
Time frame: From baseline to 6 weeks (end of the exercise program)
The Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) was developed by Cohen, Kamarck, and Mermelstein (1983) and aims to measure an individual's subjective perception of stress intensity in their life - specifically, the degree to which situations are evaluated as unpredictable, uncontrollable, or overwhelming. The Portuguese version of the PSS-10 was validated by Trigo et al. (2010).
1 secondary outcome
Changes in quality of life, stress, and burnout
Time frame: End of intervention (week 6) and after 4 weeks of detraining (week 10)
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 9 Jan 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided. De-identified data that support the findings of this study may be made available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request and following approval by the Ethics Committee.
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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.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Workplace Exercise Program in people with Occupational Stress or Workplace Stress and Burnout, run by Pedro Ramalho at 1 site in Portugal.
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 3 inclusion and 3 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 9 Jan 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 Portugal. 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?
Changes in Quality of Life Levels (time frame: From baseline to 6 weeks (end of the exercise program)). The study lists 3 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 9 Jan 2026.