Improving chronic pain management for Veterans
Patient-Centered Informatics for Chronic Pain Management
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · VETERANS ADMIN PALO ALTO HEALTH CARE SYS · NIH-10998031
This study is working on a helpful tool for Veterans with chronic pain that lets them share their experiences and preferences, so they can work together with their healthcare providers to find the best treatment options, including alternatives to opioids.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VETERANS ADMIN PALO ALTO HEALTH CARE SYS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PALO ALTO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10998031 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing chronic pain management for Veterans by developing a shared decision-making tool that incorporates patient-generated health data. It aims to align treatment options, including non-pharmacologic treatments, with the unique pain experiences of Veterans. By harmonizing patient-reported outcomes and treatment preferences, the tool seeks to improve pain management and reduce reliance on opioids. The approach emphasizes collaboration between patients and healthcare providers to ensure that treatment plans are tailored to individual needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans experiencing chronic pain who are seeking alternative pain management options.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic pain or are not Veterans may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective pain management strategies for Veterans, reducing opioid use and improving overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using patient-generated health data to improve treatment outcomes in chronic pain management, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
PALO ALTO, UNITED STATES
- VETERANS ADMIN PALO ALTO HEALTH CARE SYS — PALO ALTO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GRIFFIN, ASHLEY — VETERANS ADMIN PALO ALTO HEALTH CARE SYS
- Study coordinator: GRIFFIN, ASHLEY
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.