Sleep & Circadian Treatments for Shift Workers (Field Trial)

Registration: NCT03813654

Status: Registered

Tags: Behavioral intervention, Circadian, Clinical trial, Fatigue & alertness, Field, Field study, Health outcomes, Light, Light & environment, Meal timing, Metabolic health, Night-shift workers, Nutrition, Practical, Recovery, Recruiting, Scheduling, Shift work, Sleep, Sleep hygiene, Trial registration

External URL: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT03813654

Summary

This field trial is testing a real-world program that combines several circadian and sleep strategies to help shift workers manage their schedules more effectively. The intervention includes structured sleep scheduling, timed light exposure, meal-timing guidance, and behavioral coaching delivered outside of a laboratory setting. Researchers will assess whether this package improves outcomes such as sleep quality, daytime alertness, and metabolic health markers. The study is registered but has not yet published results.

Why It Matters For Night Shift Workers and Night Owls

While many lab studies show benefits from specific circadian strategies, shift workers often need practical guidance that fits into everyday routines. This study is important because it tests a combined approach—integrating light, sleep, and behavior tools—in the real environments where night workers actually live and work. If successful, it could point to practical programs that reduce fatigue and health risks in a way that feels realistic and sustainable.

Notes

Field delivery; multi‑component approach.

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