Cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic pain in adults with cerebral palsy
This study is testing whether online group therapy can help adults with cerebral palsy manage their chronic pain better over 12 weeks.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger, Inc. Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Baltimore, Maryland) |
| Trial ID | NCT06269926 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for chronic pain to groups of adults with cerebral palsy through virtual sessions. It will involve 40 participants who will engage in weekly group therapy sessions over 12 weeks, focusing on skill-building in areas such as physical activity, pacing, and cognitive restructuring. Participants will complete surveys every three months for a year to assess the impact of the therapy on their chronic pain and daily activities. The study will also explore challenges and barriers to implementing this therapy in a virtual format.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy who experience chronic pain that moderately interferes with their daily activities.
Not a fit: Patients who have recently experienced trauma or surgery causing their pain, or those who have previously received CBT for chronic pain, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve pain management and quality of life for adults with cerebral palsy.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited evidence specifically for adults with cerebral palsy, other studies have shown success with cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic pain in different patient populations.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. At least 18 years of age 2. Has a diagnosis of cerebral palsy 3. Able to send and receive information effectively with familiar communication partners 4. Able, during the consent process, to answer questions about the study to indicate that they understand and consent to participation 5. Has pain that at least moderately interferes with some aspect(s) of their daily activities 6. Able and willing to participate in all assessment and group sessions regardless of randomization outcome 7. Appears on a screening assessment to have enough cognitive ability to recognize their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to be able to benefit from CBT-CP Exclusion Criteria: (if met then participant will not eligible to participate) 1. Previously received Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for chronic pain 2. Endorses that most of their pain is attributable to a recent event (e.g. trauma, surgery that occurred in the past 3 months) 3. Unable to attend weekly CBT-CP sessions from a location in the state of Maryland
Where this trial is running
Baltimore, Maryland
- Kennedy Krieger Institute — Baltimore, Maryland, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Eric Chin, M.D — Kennedy Krieger Institute, Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Paul Salib, B.S
- Email: salib@kennedykrieger.org
- Phone: (443) 923-9272
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.