Improving the sharing of research on opioid addiction and pain management

HEAL Accelerator: Leveraging Partnerships and Targeted Dissemination to Advance Uptake

NIH-funded research George Mason University · NIH-10915749

This study is all about sharing helpful information about opioid addiction and pain management with communities and healthcare providers, so they can make better treatment choices and support those affected by opioid misuse.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionGeorge Mason University NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Fairfax, United States)
Project IDNIH-10915749 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research aims to enhance the dissemination of findings related to opioid addiction and pain management to communities and healthcare providers. By leveraging partnerships and creating user-friendly communication strategies, the project seeks to ensure that the results of HEAL research are quickly and effectively shared. The goal is to empower communities with evidence-based information that can inform treatment decisions and improve outcomes for individuals affected by opioid misuse and pain. The initiative is part of a broader effort to address the opioid crisis through improved research translation.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals affected by opioid addiction, those experiencing chronic pain, and community members seeking better understanding and resources related to these issues.

Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by opioid addiction or chronic pain may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better-informed communities and healthcare providers, resulting in improved treatment options for individuals struggling with opioid addiction and pain management.

How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on opioid addiction and pain management have shown promise in improving treatment outcomes, indicating that this approach could be effective.

Where this research is happening

Fairfax, 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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