Understanding how rapid weight loss affects pain in diverse adults
Determining Mechanisms of Pain Reduction in Chronic Widespread Pain After Rapid Weight Loss in Non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic/Latino/a/x Adults
This study is looking at how losing weight quickly affects pain in Black and Hispanic adults who have had weight loss surgery, to better understand their pain experiences and improve pain management for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11014985 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between rapid weight loss and chronic widespread pain (CWP) in non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic/Latino/a/x adults. It aims to identify how pain sensitivity and other factors influence pain outcomes after bariatric surgery, which is often performed to treat obesity. By examining pain at rest and during movement, the study seeks to uncover the reasons behind varying pain experiences in these populations. The findings could help tailor pain management strategies for individuals undergoing weight loss procedures.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic/Latino/a/x adults who are considering or have undergone bariatric surgery and experience chronic widespread pain.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as non-Hispanic Black or Hispanic/Latino/a/x or those who do not have chronic widespread pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved pain management and better health outcomes for patients undergoing bariatric surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing pain in diverse populations undergoing weight loss can lead to significant improvements in health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Merriwether, Ericka Nayram — New York University
- Study coordinator: Merriwether, Ericka Nayram
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.