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Physical Activity Levels and Musculoskeletal Health Among Health Science Academicians at Istanbul Aydin University

NCT07445100 · Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 73

Last updated 2026-03-03

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Summary

This study aims to investigate the relationship between physical activity levels and posture, sleep quality, depression, and musculoskeletal system problems among academic staff working in the health sciences field at Istanbul Aydın University.

Modern technological developments and sedentary work patterns have significantly reduced daily physical activity levels. Academic personnel often spend long hours sitting, preparing lectures, conducting research, and using computers, which may negatively affect posture and increase the risk of musculoskeletal pain. Reduced physical activity has also been associated with poor sleep quality and increased depressive symptoms.

This cross-sectional study will include academic staff aged 23-65 years working in the Faculty of Health Sciences. Participation will be voluntary. Data will be collected using a sociodemographic information form and validated assessment tools, including the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ), New York Posture Rating Chart, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), and the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire.

The primary objective is to evaluate whether physical activity levels are associated with posture, sleep quality, depression levels, and musculoskeletal complaints. The findings are expected to contribute to the development of preventive strategies aimed at improving occupational health, well-being, and quality of life among academic personnel.

Conditions

  • Musculoskeletal Diseases
  • Depression
  • Sleep Wake Disorders
  • Posture

Interventions

OTHER

Observational Data Collection

No intervention is applied in this study. Participants will complete validated questionnaires assessing physical activity, posture, sleep quality, depression, and musculoskeletal complaints. This is an observational cross-sectional assessment study.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Istanbul Aydın University

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Gozde Basbug, MD, PhD · Istanbul Aydın University

Eligibility

Min Age
23 Years
Max Age
65 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-03-31
Primary Completion
2026-04-30
Completion
2026-05-31

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