Exercise breaks for emergency dispatchers
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether using a sit-stand desk and a cycle ergometer (a type of exercise bike) during work can improve health and reduce the effects of sitting too long. It is designed for people who work as emergency dispatchers or in similar roles.
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Who can take part
- You work as an emergency dispatcher, a non-scheduled care operator, an ambulance coordinator, or a firefighter in a dispatch center.
- You are able to use a sit-stand desk and a small exercise bike.
- You are covered by health insurance.
- You do not have a history of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or other psychiatric conditions.
- You are able to give your informed consent to participate.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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