Face-Forward-Web: A new online tool for chronic face and mouth pain
Development of "Face-Forward-Web": A novel web-based program targeting pain-related outcomes among patients with heterogeneous chronic orofacial pain
This project creates an easy-to-use online program to help adults manage chronic pain in their face and mouth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11145732 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Many people experience ongoing pain in their face and mouth, which can be very challenging and limit daily activities. Current treatments often involve medications or procedures that may not always work well or can have side effects. This project aims to adapt a proven program, called the Relaxation Response Resiliency Program (3RP), into a new online format called "Face-Forward-Web." This web-based tool will offer support without needing in-person talking sessions, making it more accessible for those dealing with chronic orofacial pain.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 21 and older who experience chronic pain in their face or mouth and are looking for new ways to manage their condition.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience chronic orofacial pain or prefer traditional in-person therapy may not find this web-based program suitable.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this online program could offer a convenient and effective way for patients to reduce pain-related limitations and emotional distress associated with chronic orofacial pain.
How similar studies have performed: The core program, 3RP, has previously shown success in improving pain-related limitations and emotional distress for people with temporomandibular joint disorder when delivered in person.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Greenberg, Jonathan — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Greenberg, Jonathan
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.