Developing a mobile app to help young adults manage chronic pain.
Using ecological momentary assessment to develop an adaptive psychological intervention for young adults with chronic pain.
This study is testing a new mobile app designed to give young adults with chronic pain personalized support based on their daily experiences, helping them manage their pain better and feel more understood.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Seattle Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10950250 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a mobile health application that uses real-time data to provide personalized psychological support for young adults suffering from chronic pain. By employing ecological momentary assessment, the study aims to gather information about the daily experiences and challenges faced by these individuals. The goal is to develop an adaptive intervention that can respond to their specific needs and improve their access to effective pain management strategies. Participants will engage with the app to receive tailored support based on their current context and pain levels.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18 to 29 who experience chronic pain.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic pain or are outside the age range of 18 to 29 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and accessible psychological treatments for young adults with chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using mobile health interventions for chronic pain management, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Seattle Children's Hospital — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Murray, Caitlin — Seattle Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Murray, Caitlin
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.