Understanding chronic pain in lupus and its causes
Characterization of Chronic Pain and its Biopsychosocial Mechanisms in Lupus using Electronic Health Records
This study is looking at how chronic pain affects people with lupus, aiming to understand what causes this pain and how different factors play a role, so we can find better ways to help manage pain for those living with lupus.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11083010 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the complex relationship between chronic pain and lupus, a chronic inflammatory disease. By analyzing electronic health records, the study aims to identify the prevalence and underlying mechanisms of pain in lupus patients. It focuses on understanding how biopsychosocial factors contribute to pain experiences and the challenges of managing pain, especially in the context of opioid use. The goal is to improve pain management strategies for those living with lupus.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who experience chronic pain.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of lupus or those not experiencing chronic pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better pain management strategies for lupus patients, reducing their reliance on opioids and improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the biopsychosocial aspects of chronic pain can lead to significant improvements in pain management, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Falasinnu, Titilola — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Falasinnu, Titilola
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.