Acute Effects of Active and Passive Breaks in Office Workers (NCT07647302) | Clinical Trial Compass
Not Yet RecruitingNot Applicable
Acute Effects of Active and Passive Breaks in Office Workers
Turkey (Türkiye)40 participantsStarted 2026-06-15
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the acute effects of active and passive break applications during work hours on cervical and shoulder range of motion (ROM), neck functionality, pain intensity, and fatigue levels among office workers. Participants are randomly assigned to either an Active Break Group, performing structured exercises, or a Control Group with passive rest over a 5-day protocol.
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 55 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Being between 20 and 55 years of age
* Working at a desk while seated for at least 5 hours a day
* Not participating in high-intensity physical activity regularly
* Volunteering to participate in the study and providing informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of recent trauma or surgery directed at the cervical or thoracic regions
* Current state of pregnancy
* Diagnosis of diabetes or similar chronic systemic diseases
* Presence of any cognitive or physical limitation that could affect exercise performance or assessments
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial is studying 'active' versus 'passive' breaks during office work — could you explain what the difference between these two types of breaks might be, and whether either approach could affect my neck mobility or posture based on my current health?
2Since this trial is not yet recruiting, it may be some time before it actually starts — are there evidence-based strategies I could try now, like scheduled movement breaks, that align with what this study is investigating?
3The trial is measuring cervical range of motion, meaning how far the neck can move in different directions — given my situation, is neck mobility something I should be monitoring, and would participating in this kind of research be appropriate for me?
4This trial is listed as Phase NA, which typically means it's an observational or behavioral study rather than a drug trial — does that change the risk profile in a way that makes it more or less suitable for someone in my position?
5Are there existing workplace ergonomics programs or physical therapy options that already address the kinds of outcomes this trial is measuring, so I could compare what a standard approach might offer versus waiting to potentially join this study?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Cervical Range of Motion
Timeframe: Baseline and post-intervention (at the end of 5 working days)