Effects of VR-based Respiratory Training on Motor Reaction Time and Correctness, Stress Levels, Attention, Motor Skills, Postural Stability and Sleep Quality in Shift Healthcare Workers
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 60
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Attention and reaction time
研究概览
简要总结
This study investigates the effects of virtual reality (VR)-based respiratory training on various physiological and cognitive functions in shift-working healthcare professionals, including paramedics and nurses. The research will evaluate how VR-guided breathing exercises influence: stress levels, motor reaction time and accuracy, attention and cognitive performance, motor skills and postural stability, sleep quality
Participants will be divided into three groups:
VR-based respiratory training group - performing guided breathing exercises in a VR environment.
Music-based relaxation group - listening to relaxing music without structured breathing instructions.
Control group - no intervention.
The findings will help determine whether VR-based respiratory training is an effective method for improving stress resilience, cognitive function, and physical performance in shift-working healthcare professionals.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Supportive Care
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 23 Years 至 45 Years（Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 是
入选标准
- •The study will be conducted in a group of paramedics and nurses of both sexes, aged 23-
- •It is expected that 60 people will be examined. The study will include hospital emergency department employees, working shifts, with a minimum of two years of work experience. Those who receive a doctor's consent to participate in the study and give informed consent will be admitted to the study.
排除标准
- 未提供
研究组 & 干预措施
Control group (A) - no intervention
All participants will first be measured before and after their first night's duty to determine the baseline level of the accepted variables. Subsequently, the subjects will be informed not to use any additional forms of relaxation, and after four weeks, the study participants will undergo a final measurement.
Experimental group (B) - breathing training using VR
Breathing training in the experimental group will be carried out under controlled conditions, in a quiet room, using VR goggles and the Flowborne VR - Biofeedback Breathing Meditation application. The goal of the program is to learn conscious breathing and reduce stress levels through an immersive virtual reality environment.
- A total of 8 sessions over 4 weeks.
- 2 trainings per week (after the end of night duty).
- Each session lasts 20 minutes.
干预措施: Experimental group (C) - breathing training using relaxation music (Other)
Experimental group (C) - breathing training using relaxation music
Breathing training will be based on traditional relaxation methods using relaxation music. This program will be conducted under controlled conditions in a quiet room, without the use of VR technology.
- A total of 8 sessions over 4 weeks.
- 2 trainings per week (after the end of night duty).
- Each session lasts 20 minutes.
干预措施: Experimental group (B) - breathing training using VR (Other)
结局指标
主要结局
Attention and reaction time
时间窗: At the beginning of the study and after 4 weeks of breathing exercises.
he MOXO Test is a computer-based diagnostic tool used to assess attention and impulse control. Participants respond to various visual and auditory stimuli appearing on the screen, where they must quickly and accurately recognize those that require a response while ignoring others designed to distract them. The test lasts approximately 15-18 minutes and evaluates four key indicators: reaction time, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattention. This allows for a detailed analysis of the participant's cognitive abilities and identification of potential attention deficits.
Postural stability
时间窗: At the beginning of the study and after 4 weeks of breathing exercises.
The assessment will be conducted using a standard, low, stable posturographic platform. The first measurement will be taken in an upright posture with an attempt to lean the body as far forward and backward as possible while maintaining stability. The second measurement involves standing on one leg.
Sleep quality
时间窗: At the beginning of the study and after 4 weeks of breathing exercises.
The impact of the intervention on participants' sleep quality, particularly in the context of shift work, will be assessed using the Polish version of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). This measurement will be conducted twice: before the first night shift and before the last night shift (Mollayeva et al., 2016).
Stress level and mood
时间窗: At the beginning of the study and after 4 weeks of breathing exercises.
Stress levels will be assessed using the PSS-10 Perceived Stress Scale (Cohen S., Kamarck T., Mermelstein R., 1983), adapted to Polish (Juczyński Z., Ogińska-Bulik N., 2009), which evaluates the intensity of stress related to one's life situation over the past month (Matuszczak-Świgoń et al., 2023). Additionally, the PANAS (Positive and Negative Affect Schedule) questionnaire will be used to measure participants' positive and negative affect, assessing the intensity of their emotions before and after the intervention (Piotr Brzozowski, 2019). Subjective mood and the intensity of its changes will also be evaluated using a 0-10 scale before each measurement.
Fine motor skills precision
时间窗: At the beginning of the study and after 4 weeks of breathing exercises.
Fine motor skills precision will be assessed using the WorkAbility Rate of Manipulation Test (WRMT). This test is a tool for evaluating manual skills in a work-related context. It consists of a task requiring participants to transfer discs from one place to another, measuring precision, speed, and dexterity. WRMT is used in the assessment of manual task performance abilities in various industries, including vocational rehabilitation and work capacity evaluation (Wang et al., 2018).
次要结局
未报告次要终点