A center for coordinating data on pain management and addiction prevention
HEAL ERN: Data Coordinating Resource Center
This study is looking for ways to help people manage pain better without increasing the risk of addiction, and it's designed for patients who want to be part of finding safer pain relief options.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909920 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on coordinating data for clinical trials aimed at improving pain management while minimizing the risk of addiction. The project is part of the HEAL initiative, which addresses the opioid crisis by conducting comparative effectiveness trials. The University of Utah will support multiple trials by providing expertise in data collection, analysis, and publication of results. Patients involved in these trials will contribute to the development of safer pain management strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals experiencing acute pain who are at risk of opioid addiction.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience acute pain or are not at risk of addiction may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved pain management techniques that reduce the risk of addiction for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research within the HEAL initiative has shown promise in addressing pain management and addiction prevention, indicating a strong foundation for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Watt, Kevin M — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Watt, Kevin M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.