Personalized treatment for women with opioid use disorder after childbirth
Adaptation and Refinement of a Clinically Applicable Phenotypic Battery to Individualize Opioid Use Disorder Treatment for Women Through the Postpartum Period
This study is looking to create better treatment plans for women with opioid use disorder after they give birth, by personalizing care to fit their unique needs and helping them stay healthy and supported during this important time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11037931 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving treatment for women with opioid use disorder (OUD) during the postpartum period, a critical time when many women face unique challenges. It aims to develop a personalized treatment approach by assessing various factors that influence a woman's recovery journey after childbirth. By tailoring treatment plans based on individual profiles, including medication adjustments and behavioral therapies, the research seeks to enhance treatment effectiveness and support long-term recovery. The study emphasizes the importance of continuing care beyond pregnancy to reduce the risk of overdose and improve quality of life for these women.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women who are experiencing opioid use disorder during the postpartum period.
Not a fit: Patients who are not postpartum or who do not have opioid use disorder may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatment options for women with opioid use disorder, ultimately reducing the risk of overdose and improving recovery outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on opioid use disorder during pregnancy, this approach focusing specifically on the postpartum period is relatively novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
Richmond, United States
- Virginia Commonwealth University — Richmond, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Martin, Caitlin Eileen — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Martin, Caitlin Eileen
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.