New ways to reduce opiate use in patients with chronic pain
Novel Approaches to Opiate Use Reduction
This study is looking at how well cannabis can help people with chronic pain instead of using opiates, and it’s for anyone who wants to explore safer pain relief options.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10772983 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the potential of cannabis as an alternative treatment for chronic pain, aiming to reduce reliance on opiates. It explores how patients manage their pain using cannabis compared to traditional opiate medications. The study will involve collecting data from patients who use cannabis for pain relief, assessing its effectiveness and safety. By understanding patient experiences and outcomes, the research seeks to provide evidence-based solutions to the ongoing opiate crisis.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals suffering from chronic pain who are considering or currently using cannabis for pain management.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience chronic pain or are not interested in using cannabis as a treatment option may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could offer safer pain management options for patients, potentially reducing the need for opiate prescriptions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results regarding the effectiveness of cannabis in managing chronic pain, suggesting that this approach may be viable.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hutchison, Kent E. — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Hutchison, Kent E.
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.