Understanding chronic pain in older adults
CAPSITE: Community Assessment of Pain and Sensitization in the Elderly
['FUNDING_R01'] · BOSTON UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CAMPUS · NIH-10760226
This study is looking at how different types of chronic pain in older adults might be connected and what’s happening in the body that makes pain worse, with the hope of finding better ways to manage pain for everyone.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BOSTON UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CAMPUS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10760226 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the common mechanisms of chronic pain in older adults, focusing on how various pain conditions may share underlying causes. By studying a diverse group of community-dwelling older adults, the research aims to identify neurophysiological changes that affect pain processing. This could lead to better pain management strategies that address multiple pain conditions simultaneously, rather than treating them in isolation. The study will utilize assessments of pain sensitization and modulation to uncover these commonalities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above who experience chronic pain.
Not a fit: Patients under the age of 65 or those without chronic pain conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved pain management strategies for older adults suffering from chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding chronic pain mechanisms, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- BOSTON UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CAMPUS — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: NEOGI, TUHINA — BOSTON UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CAMPUS
- Study coordinator: NEOGI, TUHINA
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.