Improving decision-making tools for managing chronic pain care
Scaling Interoperable Clinical Decision Support for Patient-Centered Chronic Pain Care
This study is working on improving tools that help doctors and patients make better choices about treating chronic pain, especially during the ongoing opioid crisis, so that the treatment fits each person's unique situation and goals.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10689772 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing clinical decision support tools to help primary care clinicians and patients make informed choices about chronic pain treatment. By adapting an existing tool for shared decision-making, the project aims to provide tailored support for clinicians in various clinical settings. The goal is to ensure that treatment options are aligned with patient history, symptoms, and personal goals, particularly in the context of the ongoing opioid crisis. The study will evaluate how effective these tools are in improving patient outcomes and clinician adoption.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients suffering from chronic noncancer pain who are seeking effective pain management strategies.
Not a fit: Patients with acute pain conditions or those not experiencing chronic pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management of chronic pain for patients, ensuring they receive appropriate treatment options that consider their individual needs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that implementing clinical decision support tools can improve patient outcomes and clinician decision-making in various healthcare settings.
Where this research is happening
Gainesville, United States
- University of Florida — Gainesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Salloum, Ramzi George — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Salloum, Ramzi George
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.