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Musculoskeletal Discomfort and Ergonomic Factors in Midwifery Students
Sponsor: Mardin Artuklu University
Summary
The aim of this observational study is to assess regional musculoskeletal discomfort, ergonomic risk perception, and protective ergonomic behaviors among undergraduate midwifery students at Mardin Artuklu University, Türkiye. The study will also examine the relationship between clinical task exposure and regional musculoskeletal discomfort among students with clinical practice experience. Participants will complete a single online survey covering demographic and academic characteristics, musculoskeletal discomfort, ergonomic risk perception, protective ergonomic behaviors, physical activity, sleep quality, and trait anxiety. Students with clinical practice experience will additionally answer questions about their exposure to specific clinical tasks and postures. No intervention will be administered.
Official title: Regional Musculoskeletal Discomfort, Ergonomic Risk Perception, and Clinical Task Exposure in Midwifery Students: A Cross-Sectional Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
323
Start Date
2026-08-01
Completion Date
2026-11-25
Last Updated
2026-10-14
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Locations (1)
Mardin Artuklu University Faculty of Health Sciences
Mardin, Turkey (Türkiye)