Improving physical activity for patients with chronic hip pain through a mind-body approach
Development and feasibility of a mind-body intervention to improve physical activity for patients with chronic hip pain
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL · NIH-11060910
This study is testing a new program called HIPS to help people with chronic hip pain feel better by teaching them about pain, mindfulness, and setting goals, so they can be more active and improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11060910 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and test a new mind-body intervention called Helping Improve PSychosocial Health (HIPS) for individuals suffering from chronic hip pain. The program will focus on enhancing psychosocial health through pain education, mindfulness training, and goal-setting, which are designed to encourage patients to engage more in physical activity. By addressing the psychological barriers that often accompany chronic pain, the intervention seeks to improve overall well-being and physical function. Patients will participate in a structured program that combines these elements to help them manage their pain and increase their activity levels.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who experience chronic hip pain and have low psychosocial health.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic hip pain or those who are already highly active may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved physical activity levels and reduced pain for patients with chronic hip pain.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mind-body interventions can be effective in improving psychosocial health in chronic pain populations, suggesting a promising approach for this specific condition.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JOCHIMSEN, KATE — MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
- Study coordinator: JOCHIMSEN, KATE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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