Cognitive behavioral therapy for long-term pain in rheumatic diseases

Evaluation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Long-term Pain in Rheumatic Disease, Including Validation the Questionnaire of AE-FS

Not applicable Interventional Diakonhjemmet Hospital · NCT06413914

This study is testing whether cognitive behavioral therapy can help people with long-term pain from rheumatic diseases manage their pain better.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment200 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorDiakonhjemmet Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Oslo)
Trial IDNCT06413914 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in managing long-term pain associated with rheumatic diseases. It aims to validate a Norwegian version of the Avoidance-Endurance Questionnaire (AE-FS) and explore its relationship with other questionnaires, such as the Pain Catastrophizing Scale. The intervention targets patients experiencing chronic pain and seeks to understand how CBT can facilitate changes in pain perception and coping mechanisms. The study is conducted at Diakonhjemmet Hospital in Oslo, focusing on a population with diverse rheumatic conditions.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals diagnosed with a rheumatic disorder who experience long-term pain.

Not a fit: Patients currently participating in another therapy during the study period may not benefit from this intervention.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve pain management and quality of life for patients with rheumatic diseases.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that cognitive behavioral therapy can be effective in managing chronic pain, suggesting a promising avenue for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* A rheumatic disorder and a long term pain condition
* Written consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participation in another therapy during the study periode

Where this trial is running

Oslo

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Rheumatic DiseasesPain, Chronic"Cognitive behavioral therapy"Long-term painAvoidance-Endurance QuestionnaireRheumatic disease
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.