Training professionals to help patients manage chronic pain online
Training Psychologists and Nurse Practitioners in the Use of an Evidence-Based Online Pain Self-Management Program: Leveraging the Power of Expert Guidance and Telehealth
This study is testing a new online program to help people with chronic pain manage their symptoms better, with support from trained psychologists and nurses through telehealth, making it easier for you to stay engaged and complete the program.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Goalistics, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tempe, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11005478 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a guided online pain self-management program for individuals suffering from chronic pain. By training psychologists and nurse practitioners to provide expert guidance through telehealth, the program aims to enhance patient engagement and completion rates. The existing Chronic Pain Management Program (CPMP) will be adapted to include professional support, addressing the challenges faced by patients in self-directed programs. This approach seeks to improve both pain management and mental health outcomes for participants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who are experiencing chronic pain and are seeking non-opioid management options.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing chronic pain or those who prefer traditional opioid treatments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with effective tools and support to manage their chronic pain without relying on opioids.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that internet-based pain self-management programs can significantly improve outcomes, especially when combined with professional guidance.
Where this research is happening
Tempe, United States
- Goalistics, LLC — Tempe, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ruehlman, Linda Sue — Goalistics, LLC
- Study coordinator: Ruehlman, Linda Sue
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.