A biobank for pain management data collection
Defense and Veterans Center for Integrative Pain Management (DVCIPM)Pain Registry Biobank
This study is collecting detailed information about pain from service members, veterans, and civilians to help improve pain management and treatment in the future.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Defense and Veterans Center for Integrative Pain Management Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (San Diego, California and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT04004286 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The Pain Registry Biobank is a prospective cohort study designed to collect comprehensive data on pain through the Pain Assessment Screening Tool & Outcomes Registry (PASTOR). This biobank will gather longitudinal data, including blood and saliva specimens, alongside clinical information to better understand the complexities of pain. By utilizing a standardized assessment system, the study aims to address significant gaps in pain-related research and improve healthcare outcomes for service members, veterans, and civilians. The collected data will facilitate future research efforts in pain management and treatment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals eligible for care within the Military Healthcare System who can provide written consent.
Not a fit: Patients who cannot understand English may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of pain for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing biobanks and comprehensive assessment tools have shown promise in advancing pain research, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Eligibile for care within the Military Healthcare System * Able and willing to provide written consent Exclusion Criteria: * Cannot understand English
Where this trial is running
San Diego, California and 1 other locations
- Naval Medical Center San Diego — San Diego, California, United States (Recruiting)
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center — Bethesda, Maryland, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Harold J Gelfand, MD — Defense and Veterans Center for Integrative Pain Management
- Study coordinator: Mary E McDuffie, RN,BSN
- Email: mary.mcduffie.ctr@usuhs.edu
- Phone: 301/400/4242
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.