How stress affects low back pain and disability in older adults
Stress Reactivity and Low Back Pain in Older Adults: Influences on Disability (ReLOAD)
This study is looking at how stress affects low back pain in older adults and aims to find ways to help them manage stress better, which could improve their pain and keep them more active.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912565 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between stress reactivity and low back pain in older adults, focusing on how stress responses can influence disability. The study aims to identify and measure stress reactivity through laboratory tests and patient feedback, while also exploring psychological factors that may contribute to pain and disability. By developing a biobehavioral intervention, the research seeks to help older adults manage their stress and improve their physical function, ultimately reducing the risk of disability associated with low back pain.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults experiencing low back pain and high levels of stress reactivity.
Not a fit: Patients with low back pain who do not exhibit high stress reactivity or those with other unrelated chronic conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management strategies for low back pain in older adults, enhancing their quality of life and reducing disability.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in addressing stress reactivity in chronic pain conditions, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Simon, Corey — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Simon, Corey
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.