Using mobile technology to improve outcomes for lumbar spine surgery
Official title: Using Mobile Health Technology and Real-Time Assessments to Address Multilevel Influences on Lumbar Spine Surgery Outcomes
Funded at Washington University · NIH-11099970 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how using mobile health technology can help gather ongoing feedback from patients having lumbar spine surgery, so doctors can better understand their pain and emotional well-being and provide more personalized care for better recovery.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $173,017 |
| NIH project number | 5K23AR082986-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11099970 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals scheduled for lumbar spine surgery who experience chronic pain and have psychosocial comorbidities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergoing lumbar spine surgery or do not experience chronic pain may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how mobile health technology can be used to gather real-time data on patients undergoing lumbar spine surgery. By utilizing ecological momentary assessment, the study aims to collect continuous feedback on pain and psychosocial factors that influence surgical outcomes. This approach allows for personalized treatment recommendations based on dynamic symptom profiles rather than relying on traditional one-time assessments. The goal is to enhance decision-making and improve overall patient outcomes in lumbar spine surgery.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective treatment plans for patients undergoing lumbar spine surgery.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using mobile health technology for real-time patient assessments, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Greenberg, Jacob — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Greenberg, Jacob
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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.