Developing culturally tailored pain management for Indigenous peoples in the Pacific Northwest
Culturally Adapted Pain Management for Indigenous Peoples in the Pacific Northwest (CAP-I)
This study is working on a new support program for American Indian and Alaskan Native people dealing with chronic pain, making sure it fits their cultural needs, and we want to hear from the community to make it better before trying it out.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10671516 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a culturally adapted psychosocial intervention for chronic pain specifically designed for American Indian and Alaskan Native individuals. The project will involve gathering input from focus groups to develop treatment materials and procedures that resonate with the cultural context of these communities. After the initial development phase, feedback will be collected to refine the intervention before assessing its feasibility in a pilot trial. The goal is to address the higher prevalence of chronic pain in these populations through culturally relevant strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian and Alaskan Native individuals experiencing chronic pain.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaskan Native may not receive benefit from this culturally specific intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective pain management strategies that are culturally relevant and tailored to the needs of Indigenous peoples.
How similar studies have performed: While there are established psychosocial interventions for chronic pain, this approach is novel as it specifically tailors these interventions to the cultural needs of Indigenous populations.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Newman, Andrea K — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Newman, Andrea K
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.