Improving care for children with chronic pain through patient engagement

Mentoring and Research in Biobehavioral Aspects of Pediatric Pain

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · STANFORD UNIVERSITY · NIH-11061834

This study is all about finding better ways to help kids aged 0-11 who have ongoing pain in their muscles and joints by working closely with them and their families to understand what they really need for better care.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorSTANFORD UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (STANFORD, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11061834 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing the care of children aged 0-11 who suffer from chronic musculoskeletal pain by integrating patient engagement into the research process. It aims to develop better treatment approaches by understanding the biopsychosocial factors that affect these children and their families. The project will involve mentoring junior investigators and utilizing digital health tools to improve access to care. By employing qualitative methods, the research seeks to partner with patients and their families to ensure their needs are met throughout the research process.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 with chronic musculoskeletal pain and their families.

Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 or those without chronic pain conditions may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies and better health outcomes for children experiencing chronic pain.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in integrating patient engagement in healthcare, making this approach both promising and relevant.

Where this research is happening

STANFORD, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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