NCT06813495 Eastern Principles Acceptance and Commitment Therapy For Injury Prevention Among Nurses and Nursing Aides
| NCT ID | NCT06813495 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Bowling Green State University |
| Condition | Well-Being, Psychological |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 255 participants |
| Start Date | 2023-05-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-05-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 255 participants in total. It began in 2023-05-01 with a primary completion date of 2026-05-01.
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Brief Summary
This clinical trial will evaluate the effectivness of an Eastern Principles Acceptance and Commitment Therapy intervention (EPACT) relative to an estabished traditional Western-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy intervention (ACT) and a no treatment control group. The participants for the study will be nurses and nursing aides (NNAs) who work in long-term care settings in the USA and Thailand. The primary dependent variables are work-related injuries, work stress and burnout, wellbeing, musculoskeletal symptoms, time off from work due to injury. High frequency heart rate variability will also be investigated as a predictor of responsiveness to the interventions. The study has three primary aims: 1. To compare the EPACT NNA intervention to an established traditional Western ACT NNA intervention and a no-treatment control group. 2. To identify predictors of ACT NNA and EPACT NNA responsiveness to the interventions and injury likelihood across time. 3. To assess EPACT NNA's feasibility and effectiveness across cultures. USA participants working in Ohio will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: EPACT NNA (n = 80), ACT NNA (n = 80), or a no treatment control group (n = 80). All participants will participate in an assessment session where study questnnaires are completed and a baseline high frequency HRV measurement is collected. Subsequent to the assessment, the EPACT NNA and ACT NNA participants will attend two 2.5 hour sessions spaced one week apart. The control group will have no further in-person meetings with the researchers. One-month after completing the intervention (4 weeks after the baseline assessment) a follow-up survey will be sent to participants for the first follow-up. Three months after baseline, the second follow-up survey will be sent to participants. The surveys assess demographic characteristics, organizational variables, work-related injuries, work stress, and well-being. A second RCT study will be conducted in Thailand comparing EPACT NNA (n = 40) to a no-treatment control group (n = 40) among nurses and nursing aides working in healthcare settings. The same outcome measures and procedures will be used. This research aims to develop a culturally-informed, evidence-based intervention that integrates both Western and Eastern mindfulness principles to address the high rates of work-related injuries among NNAs.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * USA: Employed as a nurse or nursing aide in a long-term care facility within a 120 mile radius of Bowling Green, Ohio. * Thailand: Employed as a nurse or nursing aide in Chiang Mai, Thailand or Krung Thep Bangkok), Thailand. * At least 18 years of age. * Able to attend scheduled assessment and intervention appointments. Exclusion Criteria: • There are no a-priori exclusion criteria. However, if a participant reports significant psychological distress or a diagnosable mental health condition at the baseline assessment, they will be referred for an alternative treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06813495 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Well-Being, Psychological. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06813495 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06813495 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Bowling Green State University to inquire about joining.
Where is the NCT06813495 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Bowling Green, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06813495 clinical trial?
NCT06813495 is sponsored by Bowling Green State University. The trial plans to enroll 255 participants.