Testing new ways to provide therapy for chronic pain without medication
Tailored Non-Pharmacotherapy Services for Chronic Pain: Testing Scalable and Pragmatic Approaches
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE · NIH-10684022
This study is looking for adults with chronic pain to try out two affordable ways to receive therapy online or over the phone, to see if these methods can help them manage their pain better and improve their quality of life compared to regular care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10684022 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates effective methods to deliver cognitive-behavioral therapy for chronic pain (CBT-CP) to adults, particularly in underserved areas. It compares two low-cost approaches: online therapy through the PainTRAINER program and telephonic therapy using PainTRAINER components, against standard care. The goal is to improve pain management and overall quality of life for patients suffering from chronic pain, while also addressing the opioid crisis. Participants will be recruited and evaluated based on their pain severity, depression, sleep quality, and healthcare utilization.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 21 and older who experience chronic pain and may have limited access to traditional therapy options.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience chronic pain or those who are already receiving effective pain management therapies may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide accessible and effective non-drug therapies for managing chronic pain, improving patients' quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that cognitive-behavioral therapy can be effective for chronic pain management, suggesting that this approach may yield positive results.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE — Oakland, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DEBAR, LYNN L. — KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Study coordinator: DEBAR, LYNN L.
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.
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