Improving health outcomes for veterans with chronic pain through coaching
Official title: Health Coaching for Chronic Multi-symptom Illness
Funded at VA New Jersey Health Care System · NIH-11320699 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how health coaching can help veterans with chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia feel better and more in control of their symptoms without using medication.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA New Jersey Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Orange, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2020 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01RX003254-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-11320699 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans who have been diagnosed with chronic multi-symptom illness, particularly those experiencing pain-related conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have chronic pain conditions or those who are seeking solely pharmaceutical interventions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of health coaching as a non-pharmaceutical treatment for chronic multi-symptom illness (Pain-CMI), such as fibromyalgia, particularly among veterans. The approach focuses on enhancing patient engagement and satisfaction by addressing the underlying factors contributing to chronic pain, including perceived pain control and activity limitations. By offering a variety of treatment options through health coaching, the study aims to improve adherence and outcomes for veterans suffering from debilitating pain conditions. The research will evaluate the acceptability and efficacy of this coaching model in a clinical setting.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide veterans with effective strategies to manage chronic pain and improve their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that non-pharmaceutical treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapy, can be effective for chronic pain management, suggesting that health coaching may also yield positive results.
Where this research is happening
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VA New Jersey Health Care System
East Orange, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcandrew, Lisa Marie — VA New Jersey Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Mcandrew, Lisa Marie
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.