Exploring how stress and cultural resilience affect chronic pain risk in Native Americans
The Oklahoma Study of Native American Pain Risk: Stress and Resilience Mechanisms
This study is looking at how certain life challenges and cultural strengths affect chronic pain in Native Americans, hoping to find new ways to prevent and treat pain that might not show up in regular reports.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11061052 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the unique factors contributing to chronic pain risk among Native Americans, focusing on the impact of societal stressors and cultural resilience. It aims to understand how experiences of unfair treatment and environmental degradation influence pain mechanisms that are not easily detectable through self-reports. By examining these stress-related factors, the study seeks to identify a specific pain risk phenotype known as 'silent' spinal sensitization, which may lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for chronic pain in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Native Americans who experience chronic pain or are at risk of developing chronic pain.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Native American or those without chronic pain or risk factors for chronic pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of chronic pain in Native American communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that cultural and environmental factors significantly influence health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Oklahoma City, United States
- University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr — Oklahoma City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rhudy, Jamie Lynn — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: Rhudy, Jamie Lynn
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.