ACTIGRAPHY IN WORKER POPULATIONS: A SHORT REVIEW OF ITS APPLICATIONS AND FINDINGS

Background: Actigraphy is a method for monitoring sleep patterns through movement tracking, offering advantages like low cost and continuous data collection. It’s useful in large-scale research and assessing sleep disturbances in real-world occupational settings. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the application of actigraphy in monitoring sleep quality among workers and its potential to enhance occupational health through sleep assessment. Materials and Methods: A literature review was conducted on studies published between 2019 and January 2025, focusing on actigraphy’s use in occupational settings. Data was collected from multiple databases, adhering to PRISMA guidelines for selection and analysis. Results and Discussion: Workplace stress and shift work harm sleep quality, with actigraphy guiding future actions. Technological advancements like ACTman and WORK-A improved the accuracy and efficiency of sleep monitoring in these settings. Conclusions: Actigraphy is an effective tool for assessing workers' sleep disturbances and can potentially improve sleep quality through better work scheduling and stress management. Technological improvements enhance its reliability and application in occupational health research. Application: Actigraphy can be implemented in occupational health practices to monitor sleep disturbances, leading to better sleep outcomes. Its use can guide improvements in work schedules and reduce health-related costs in the workforce.