Study of Work Breaks for Office Workers
This study tests whether taking active breaks (movement) or passive breaks (rest) during your workday helps reduce strain and discomfort. You'll participate in a series of short activities during work to see which type of break is most helpful.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 55 years old
- You sit at a desk working for at least 5 hours per day
- You do not do high-intensity exercise regularly (like heavy gym workouts or competitive sports)
- You are willing to try different types of work breaks and answer questions about how you feel
- You have not had recent neck or upper back surgery or injury
- You are not currently pregnant
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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