A program to help reduce chronic pain and trauma symptoms
Brief Intervention for Chronic Pain and History of Stressful Experiences
NA · Brigham and Women's Hospital · NCT06983327
This study is testing a short online program to see if it can help people with chronic pain and trauma symptoms feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Brigham and Women's Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts) |
| Trial ID | NCT06983327 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a brief, three-session program designed to alleviate symptoms associated with chronic pain and stressful experiences, including trauma. Participants will engage in Trauma Focused Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) delivered through a virtual platform. The study will assess the impact of this intervention on participants' pain and trauma-related symptoms. Eligible individuals must have chronic pain lasting at least three months and a history of psychosocial trauma.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals experiencing chronic pain for over three months and have a history of psychosocial trauma.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive impairments such as delirium, dementia, or psychosis may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce chronic pain and trauma symptoms for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar interventions targeting chronic pain and trauma have shown promise in other studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Presence of a chronic pain condition (pain for at least 3 months or more) * History of psychosocial trauma or stressful experience (Adverse Childhood Events questionnaire \[ACEs\] score of ≥ 3 OR Trauma History Questionnaire Score \[THQ\] of ≥ 2) * English fluency * Access to a smartphone, laptop, or computer * Able to participate in the intervention via a virtual platform Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to participate in 3 weekly sessions * Unable to complete study procedures due to the presence of delirium, dementia, psychosis, or other cognitive impairment
Where this trial is running
Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, United States (RECRUITING)
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.
Conditions: Chronic Pain, Trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences