Stress and Musculoskeletal Health in Employees

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF THESSALY · Jun 27, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how stress affects the health of our muscles and bones, especially in people who work. Researchers want to see if there's a connection between stress, measured by things like cortisol levels in saliva and heart rate patterns, and issues like muscle pain or discomfort. The trial will also test a program that teaches participants two proven techniques to manage stress and provides tips for better musculoskeletal health.

To be eligible for the trial, participants need to be able to read and write in Greek and agree to share their medical history and be measured with special devices. However, those who are about to retire, pregnant, or have certain medical conditions or injuries won't be able to join. If you participate, you can expect to learn helpful stress management skills and how to take better care of your muscles and joints. This study is currently looking for volunteers, so if you're interested, it could be a great opportunity to explore the link between stress and physical health.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Writing and reading greek.
• • Consent to provide their medical history.
• • Consent to be measured with electronic devices.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Employees who are close to retirement (at least 2 years before) and those for whom any known factor may prevent them from completing the intervention (eg travel, transfer).
• • Pregnancy.
• • Pacemaker, history of seizures.
• • Diagnosed musculoskeletal injury.
• • Diagnosed diseases such as: osteoarthritis, autoimmune diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, etc.), stroke, myocardial infarction, malignant neoplasms, psychiatric disease, disability.
• • Systematic reception of cortisone and anti-inflammatory treatment, up to at least three months before the intervention.
• • Drugs or substances.
• • Participation in another interventional program of musculoskeletal rehabilitation, physical therapy, stress management or health promotion.