A program to help patients recover better after orthopedic injuries
Toolkit for Optimal Recovery after Orthopedic Injury; A multi-site feasibility study to prevent persistent pain and disability
This study is looking at a helpful program called the Toolkit for Optimal Recovery after Injury (TOR) to see if it can make recovering from orthopedic injuries easier when delivered through live video, compared to regular care, and it’s for patients who want to avoid long-term pain and disability.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10622581 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a program called the Toolkit for Optimal Recovery after Injury (TOR), designed to support patients recovering from orthopedic injuries. It aims to compare the effectiveness of this program delivered via live video against standard care to see if it can reduce the risk of chronic pain and disability. The study will involve focus groups with medical staff to identify barriers to care and will be conducted at multiple trauma centers across the United States. Patients will be randomly assigned to either the TOR program or usual care to evaluate outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 21 and older who have experienced acute orthopedic musculoskeletal injuries.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic orthopedic conditions or those not experiencing acute injuries may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery outcomes and reduced chronic pain for patients with orthopedic injuries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using mind-body programs for recovery, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vranceanu, Ana-Maria — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Vranceanu, Ana-Maria
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.