Online program to help manage pain in chronic pancreatitis patients
Internet-Delivered Pain Self-Management to Reduce Pain and Interference in Chronic Pancreatitis
This study is testing an online therapy program to help people with chronic pancreatitis manage their pain and improve their mood and daily life, and it's looking for participants who want to see if this approach works well in real life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Seattle Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10916518 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates an internet-based cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) program specifically designed for individuals suffering from chronic pancreatitis and recurrent acute pancreatitis. The program aims to reduce severe abdominal pain and its associated impacts, such as anxiety, depression, and low quality of life. Participants will engage in the Pancreatitis Pain Course, which has shown promise in previous studies for alleviating pain and improving daily functioning. The research will also gather data on how effectively this program can be implemented in real-world settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis or recurrent acute pancreatitis experiencing significant abdominal pain.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic pancreatitis or recurrent acute pancreatitis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with effective non-drug strategies to manage their chronic pain and improve their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with internet-delivered CBT interventions for chronic pain management, indicating a promising approach for this specific condition.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Seattle Children's Hospital — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Palermo, Tonya M — Seattle Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Palermo, Tonya M
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.