Clinical trials: Sitting Position
Cesarean Section Complications
Perfusion Index and Pleth Variability Index in Cesarean Section.
The aim of this study is to investigate the predictability of hypotension by using PI and PVI in pre-and post-spinal anesthesia periods in cesarean section cases in the sitting position.
- Trial name
- NCT04195087
- Testing
- Masimo Radical-7® Pulse CO-Oximeter®
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 46 people
- Sponsor
- Antalya Training and Research Hospital
Sedentary Behavior, Sedentary Time
Sitting Interruption and Whole-body Cardiovascular Health
There is strong evidence for the association between sedentary behaviors and cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease and stroke.
- Trial name
- SWITCH (NCT05316571)
- Testing
- One 5-Minute Walking Bout Each Hour, One 15-Minute Standing Bout Each Hour, One 5-Minute Walking Bout and One 15-Minute Standing Bout Each Hour
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 58 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Cerebral Palsy
Sitting Postural Control in Infants With Cerebral Palsy
The overall goal of this research is to understand the mechanisms underlying the development of postural control in sitting using new methodology, in order to provide a scientific basis for evaluation and treatment of posture and…
- Trial name
- NCT01200927
- Testing
- Physical therapy
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 35 people
- Sponsor
- University of Nebraska
Hemodynamic Instability, Blood Pressure, Low
Hemodynamic OptimizaTion in Sitting POsition Surgery Trial
Intraoperative hypotension (MAP <65 mmHg) in patients undergoing general anesthesia is a notable risk factor for the development of post-operative complications including acute kidney injury (AKI), myocardial injury, stroke and…
- Conditions
- Hemodynamic Instability, Blood Pressure, Low, Orthopedic Disorder
- Trial name
- HOTSPOT (NCT05143632)
- Testing
- ClearSight
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS
Physical Activity
A Mixed-methods Evaluation of Sit-stand Workstations in an Office Setting
The purpose of this study is to investigate whether a device that allows office workers to sit or stand whilst working can reduce their sitting time at work and improve their health over 8 weeks.
- Trial name
- NCT02496507
- Testing
- Sit-stand workstation
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 47 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Liverpool John Moores University
Overweight, Obese
SedestActiv Project: Intervention to Reduce Diary Hours of Sitting Time in Overweight and Obese Patients
Primary care centres are a key setting to treat people with overweight and moderate obesity. There is growing evidence that sitting for a long time is negatively associated with people's health.
- Conditions
- Overweight, Obese, Sedentary
- Trial name
- SedestActiv (NCT01729936)
- Testing
- Sitting time Change Intervention
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 450 people
- Sponsor
- Fundacio d'Investigacio en Atencio Primaria Jordi Gol i Gurina
Problem-Based Learning
The Effects of Standing Tutorials on Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Among Undergraduate Students
Problem-based learning (PBL) is an education model utilized by Maastricht University and many other universities worldwide. PBL occurs in small, collaborative tutorials, under the facilitation of a tutor.
- Trial name
- NCT03493659
- Testing
- Standing during Concept Test, Standing during regular tutorial session, Standing during Concept Test and regular tutorial session
- Where
- Netherlands
- Volunteers
- 96 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Maastricht University
Spinal Cord Injury Thoracic
The Effect of Superimposed Electrical Stimulation on Sitting Balance, Respiratory Functions, and Abdominal Muscle Thickness in Complete Spinal Cord Injury
The primary aim of the current study was to investigate the effects of SiFES (superimposed functional electrical stimulation) on sitting balance in patients with complete Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) compared to exercise alone.
- Trial name
- NCT06104982
- Testing
- NeuroTrac MyoPlus Pro single-channel electromyography biofeedback electrotherapy devices, Isometric strengthening exercises
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 34 people
- Sponsor
- Ankara City Hospital Bilkent
Sedentary Lifestyle
StandUP UBC: Reducing Workplace Sitting
Research indicates that sedentary behaviours, such as prolonged sitting, have negative health consequences and increases risk for disease.
- Trial name
- NCT03375749
- Testing
- Standing desk intervention, Waitlist control
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 48 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of British Columbia
Diaphragm
Recruitment of the Diaphragm and Sternocleidomastoid Muscle During Loaded Inspiration on Varying Sitting Support in Healthy Adults
This is a cross-sectional obsessional study. This study explores how different sitting conditions affect two important muscles-the diaphragm and the sternocleidomastoid (SCM)-work during breathing exercises.
- Trial name
- NCT07007923
- Where
- Hong Kong
- Volunteers
- 45 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Hong Kong Metropolitan University
Ageing
Acute Effects of Sitting Time in Older Adults
United Kingdom (UK) physical activity guidelines for older people state that "All older adults should minimise the amount of time spent being sedentary (sitting) for extended periods" and "there is sufficient evidence to support…
- Trial name
- ACUSIT (NCT02605980)
- Testing
- Sedentary time
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 65 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Birmingham
Sedentary Behavior, Metabolic Syndrome
An Intervention to Reduce Prolonged Sitting in Police Staff
The primary aim of this study is to assess the feasibility of an intervention to reduce and break up prolonged sitting time in full-time police staff.
- Conditions
- Sedentary Behavior, Metabolic Syndrome, Affect, Stress, Physiological
- Trial name
- NCT04053686
- Testing
- Breaks
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 24 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Bedfordshire
Stroke
The Effect of Trunk Control on Sitting Balance and Upper Extremity Functions in Patients With Subacute Stroke
The study aims to examine whether trunk control affects sitting balance and upper extremity functions in patients with subacute stroke.
- Trial name
- NCT06059482
- Testing
- Assessment
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Kutahya Health Sciences University
Healthy Adults
Acute Effects of Sitting and Physical Activity on Brain Health
The specific aim of this study is to understand how a working day composed of prolonged sitting, sitting regularly interrupted by light aerobic exercise or resistance exercise affects an important mechanism underpinning healthy…
- Trial name
- NCT04137211
- Testing
- Prolonged sitting with social break, Prolonged sitting with walk break, Prolonged sitting with simple resistance activities
- Where
- Sweden
- Volunteers
- 13 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- The Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences
Wheelchair Users
Measurement of Multiphysical Fields at the Subject-sitting Interface
With the population ageing and the increase in disabilities prevalence, demand for wheelchairs is increasing. Padding and shape of seat are important factors for comfort when sitting for long periods of time.
- Trial name
- MECMISA (NCT05650671)
- Testing
- instrumented wheelchair
- Volunteers
- 90 people
- Sponsor
- Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne
Saddle Block Anesthesia, Readiness of Discharge
Comparison of Two Sitting Durations During Saddle Anesthesia on Discharge Readiness in Perianal Surgery
Most minor perianal surgeries are performed as day-case procedures requiring rapid recovery and effective symptom control. Saddle block anesthesia (SBA) provides reliable perineal anesthesia with minimal hemodynamic and motor…
- Conditions
- Saddle Block Anesthesia, Readiness of Discharge, Quality of Recovery (QoR-15)
- Trial name
- NCT07466121
- Testing
- 5-min sitting duration after SBA, 8-min sitting duration after SBA
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 66 people
- Sponsor
- Cairo University
Stroke Sequelae
Mechanisms of Balance Disorders in a Seated Position Following a Stroke
One of the causes of disability in stroke patients is postural disturbances that result in postural asymmetry in the standing position, characterized during an evaluation on a force platform by a greater displacement of the…
- Trial name
- HEMISEAT (NCT04152616)
- Testing
- Instrumental evaluation of posture
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 32 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Rennes University Hospital
Sedentary Lifestyle
Trial to Reduce Sitting Time in Postmenopausal Latina Women at Increased Risk for Heart Disease
Project 2 of the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) American Heart Association (AHA) Women's Health Program will assess 3-month changes in sitting time, standing time, physical activity and blood pressure in a randomized…
- Trial name
- NCT02905929
- Testing
- ActivPAL inclinometer, Phone counseling call: Breaking up sitting time, In-person counseling: Breaking up sitting time
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 254 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Diego
ICU Patient
Sitting Position and Blood Oxygenation in ICU Patient
The positioning of the ICU patient is a daily concern of the medical and paramedical teams. Developments in emergency medicine and sedation and analgesia techniques have made it possible to reduce patient mortality.
- Trial name
- FALCON (NCT04446559)
- Testing
- Sitting in chair position
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 284 people
- Sponsor
- Centre Hospitalier Régional d'Orléans
Low Back Pain
Traction in Vertical Sitting Position Versus Supine Lying Position in Patients of Chronic Radicular Low Back Pain
The primary objective of the study is to determine the effects of vertical sitting versus supine lying traction on pain, range of motion, and function in patients with chronic radicular low back pain (CRLBP).
- Trial name
- NCT05794347
- Testing
- Traction
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 26 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University