Assessment of Injured Workers with Musculoskeletal Issues
Official title: Precision Multi-Axis Pain Assessment of Injured Workers to Improve Treatment and Work Outcomes
Run by Western University, Canada · NCT06016647 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study is testing how well current rehab programs help injured workers in Ontario with muscle and joint problems recover and return to work.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 350 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Western University, Canada Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Multiple Locations, Ontario) |
| Trial ID | NCT06016647 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are individuals aged 18 and older who are entering rehabilitation for workplace injuries primarily related to musculoskeletal issues.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with significant cognitive impairments or those with catastrophic injuries or primary mental health disorders may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of current rehabilitation programs for injured workers in Ontario suffering from musculoskeletal injuries. It focuses on early identification and timely referral to appropriate health services to prevent chronic pain and improve recovery outcomes. The study utilizes advanced analytic techniques and self-report tools to predict recovery trajectories and optimize care strategies. By integrating these innovations into a single risk stratification protocol, the researchers hope to enhance the management of acute injuries and facilitate a safe return to work.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved recovery outcomes and reduced chronic pain for injured workers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown success with similar predictive assessment approaches in other populations, indicating potential for effectiveness in this context.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Eligible participants are those aged ≥18 years, able to read 6th grade English, presenting to a program of care for rehabilitation of a workplace injury with a primary musculoskeletal or Low Back Pain component. Exclusion Criteria: Participants with significant cognitive impairment or learning disability (self-reported) that interfere with following multi-step instructions will be excluded from this study. The exclusive focus on those entering program of care-based rehab will naturally exclude workers with catastrophic injuries (e.g., loss of limb, multiple fractures, burns) or those for whom a mental health disorder (e.g., PTSD, depression) is the primary diagnosis, thereby homogenizing the types of injuries included.
Where it's running
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CBI Health
Multiple Locations, Ontario, Canada Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: David Walton, PhD — CANSpine Lab, School of Physical Therapy, Western University, Canada
- Study coordinator: David Walton, PhD
- Email: dwalton5@uwo.ca
- Phone: 519-878-3746
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.