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Official title Electrotherapy Stimulation Together With Life Coaching for the Support of Burnout Symptoms in Healthcare Workers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06977503
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This clinical trial evaluates the effect of life coaching together with Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES) as an intervention to decrease self-reported symptoms of burnout, moral distress, resilience, and employee retention in oncology healthcare workers. Burnout and moral distress are occupational hazards for oncology healthcare workers.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 75. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age 21 ≤ and ≤ 75 years old
- Patient-facing healthcare workers (e.g., medical doctor, advanced practice provider, nurse)
- Experiencing symptoms of burnout, as defined by a score of 1, 2, or 3 on question #2 of the Mini-Z II Survey
- Working on the Buffalo-Niagara Medical Campus (e.g. Roswell Park, Oishei Children's Hospital, Buffalo General, etc.)
- Ability to attend three (3) in-person appointments, one (1) hour in duration, at Roswell Park at week 1, week 6 and week 12 corresponding to the...
You likely can't join if
- people who self-report as pregnant or nursing. Pregnancy be verified with a urine test for all persons of childbearing potential with a uterus
- people with a self-reported history of the following: Meniere's disease, history of vertigo or prone to dizziness, seizure disorder, pacemaker /...
- Inability to tolerate the required minimum stimulation amplitude (200 uA) during the initial device training at the baseline visit.
- Any self-reported medical or psychiatric condition which in the PI or study physician's opinion deems the participant an unsuitable candidate to...
- Unwilling or unable to follow protocol requirements
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 21 ≤ and ≤ 75 years old
- Patient-facing healthcare workers (e.g., medical doctor, advanced practice provider, nurse)
- Experiencing symptoms of burnout, as defined by a score of 1, 2, or 3 on question #2 of the Mini-Z II Survey
- Working on the Buffalo-Niagara Medical Campus (e.g. Roswell Park, Oishei Children's Hospital, Buffalo General, etc.)
- Ability to attend three (3) in-person appointments, one (1) hour in duration, at Roswell Park at week 1, week 6 and week 12 corresponding to the initial, midpoint, and final assessments
- Ability to use the CES daily for an hour each day
- Although the device is water-resistant, participants must agree to not use the device in the bath or shower
- Ability to read and write in English
- Participant has access to a computer with internet access and an email address
- Ability to attend three (3) virtual 60-minute group life coaching sessions, via Zoom
- Ability to complete three (3) 10-15-minute pre-recorded video assignments, which will be distributed via email (each assignment will be due by the end of the week that they are distributed)
- Participant must understand the investigational nature of this study and sign an Independent Ethics Committee/Institutional Review Board approved written informed consent form prior to receiving any study related...
- people who self-report as pregnant or nursing. Pregnancy be verified with a urine test for all persons of childbearing potential with a uterus
- people with a self-reported history of the following: Meniere's disease, history of vertigo or prone to dizziness, seizure disorder, pacemaker / implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (automatic implantable cardioverter...
- Inability to tolerate the required minimum stimulation amplitude (200 uA) during the initial device training at the baseline visit.
- Any self-reported medical or psychiatric condition which in the PI or study physician's opinion deems the participant an unsuitable candidate to participate in this trial.
- Unwilling or unable to follow protocol requirements
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Buffalo, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 21 years to 75 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Buffalo, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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