The ERGOROB Project (ERGOnomics in Surgical ROBotics)
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 入组人数
- 10
- 主要终点
- Surgeon Muscle Activity (Root Mean Square)
研究概览
简要总结
The ERGOROB (ERGOnomics in surgical ROBotics) study is an observational research project focused on the physical well-being of surgeons.Why is this study important?Surgeons perform complex, lengthy procedures that can lead to severe physical strain, awkward postures, and repetitive movements.This physical burden often causes musculoskeletal disorders, which can negatively impact a doctor's health and potentially shorten their career.By objectively measuring these physical demands, researchers aim to improve the design of surgical systems and training protocols.Preserving a surgeon's health and expertise ultimately enhances the quality of care provided to patients.What exactly is being studied?The research is divided into two comparative areas:Study 1: Compares the physical strain on doctors performing bowel surgery (Low Anterior Resection of the Rectum) using standard "keyhole" (laparoscopic) methods versus a robotic-assisted system called the Hugo RAS.Study 2: Compares the physical demands of using two different robotic surgical platforms (the Hugo RAS and the Da Vinci Xi) during prostate surgery (Radical Prostatectomy).What does this mean for patients?In this specific study, the surgeons are the subjects being evaluated, not the patients.Patients receive their standard, planned surgical treatment without any alterations.During the operation, the participating surgeon will wear specialized wireless equipment, including a 3D motion capture suit, muscle activity sensors, and sensorized gloves to measure hand force.The procedure is also video recorded to analyze the surgeon's movements and workflow.All wearable equipment has been thoroughly pre-tested in a simulated environment to guarantee it does not interfere with the surgeon's dexterity or comfort while operating.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Non Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Health Services Research
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 40 Years 至 55 Years（Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 是
入选标准
- •Must be an experienced general surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery (Study 1) OR an experienced urological surgeon (Study 2).
- •Age between 40 and 55 years for colorectal surgeons, or between 40 and 50 years for urological surgeons.
- •For Study 1: Proficient in performing Low Anterior Resection of the Rectum using both standard laparoscopic techniques and the Hugo RAS robotic system, with over 30 robotic and laparoscopic procedures completed.
- •For Study 2: Expertise in robotic-assisted Radical Prostatectomy using both the Hugo RAS and Da Vinci Xi systems, with over 20 radical prostatectomies performed on both platforms.
- •Willingness to undergo extensive data collection during surgical procedures.
- •Provide written informed consent.
排除标准
- 未提供
研究组 & 干预措施
Colorectal Surgeons
5 experienced colorectal surgeons acting as their own controls. Each surgeon will perform 10 procedures: 5 using the standard laparoscopic approach and 5 using the Hugo RAS robotic system.
干预措施: surgical approach (Other)
Urological Surgeons
5 experienced urological surgeons acting as their own controls. Each surgeon will perform 10 procedures: 5 using the Hugo RAS robotic system and 5 using the Da Vinci Xi robotic system.
干预措施: surgical approach (Other)
结局指标
主要结局
Surgeon Muscle Activity (Root Mean Square)
时间窗: Intraoperatively
Assessment of surgeon muscle workload measured using WaveX wireless surface electromyography (sEMG) sensors placed on the trapezius, erector spinae, biceps brachii, and forearm extensor muscles. The parameter evaluated is the Root Mean Square (RMS) value for muscle activity. Measured continuously during each of the surgical procedures per participating surgeon. Unit of Measure: Microvolts (or specify your exact electrical potential unit)
Surgeon Posture and Upper Limb Kinematics
时间窗: Continuously during each of the 10 surgical procedures per participating surgeon (real-time acquisition)
Evaluation of the surgeon's physical exertion and ergonomic posture deviations. Measured using the Xsens 3D Motion Capture Suit. Specific parameters include trunk flexion and lateral bending angles, shoulder and elbow range of motion (ROM), and the frequency and amplitude of repetitive movements of the upper limbs
Surgeon Hand and Finger Manipulation Forces
时间窗: Continuously during each of the 10 surgical procedures per participating urological surgeon (real-time acquisition)
Assessment of the physical force exerted by the surgeon's hands when interacting with the robotic consoles (Hugo RAS vs. Da Vinci Xi). Measured using GRIP VERSATEK sensorized gloves. Parameters include peak forces, average forces, and force variability.
Surgeon Muscle Fatigue (Median Frequency)
时间窗: Intraoperatively
Assessment of surgeon muscle fatigue via spectral analysis, measured using WaveX wireless surface electromyography (sEMG) sensors placed on the trapezius, erector spinae, biceps brachii, and forearm extensor muscles. The parameter evaluated is the median frequency of the sEMG signals. Measured continuously during each surgical procedures per participating surgeon. Unit of Measure: Hertz (Hz)
Surgeon Muscle Strain (Sustained Activation)
时间窗: Intraoperatively
Assessment of surgeon muscle strain, measured using WaveX wireless surface electromyography (sEMG) sensors placed on the trapezius, erector spinae, biceps brachii, and forearm extensor muscles. The parameter evaluated is the duration of periods of sustained muscle activation and high levels of co-contraction. Measured continuously during each surgical procedures per participating surgeon. Unit of Measure: Seconds (or minutes)
次要结局
未报告次要终点
研究者
Matteo Rottoli
PI
IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna