Examining how cognitive reserve affects pain and thinking in older adults with chronic pain
The Association Between Cognitive Reserve, Pain Catastrophizing, and Cognitive Function in Geriatric Patients With Chronic Pain: A Cross-sectional Study
This study looks at how having a strong mental reserve might affect the way older adults with chronic pain think and feel about their pain.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 110 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ahram Canadian University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Al Ḩayy Ath Thāmin, Giza) |
| Trial ID | NCT05933564 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to explore the relationship between cognitive reserve, pain catastrophizing, and cognitive function in geriatric patients suffering from chronic pain. It will assess whether cognitive reserve can influence the impact of pain-related anxiety on cognitive abilities. The study will involve participants aged 65 to 85 who have been experiencing chronic pain for at least three months due to osteoarthritis or neuropathic conditions. No interventions will be administered, as this is a cross-sectional analysis.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are older adults aged 65 to 85 who have chronic pain related to osteoarthritis or neuropathic conditions.
Not a fit: Patients with neurodegenerative disorders, significant head injuries, or severe psychiatric illnesses may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify factors that improve cognitive function in older adults dealing with chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, similar studies have indicated that cognitive factors can influence pain perception and management in older adults.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 65 to 85 years * Experiencing chronic pain (≥3 months) attributable to osteoarthritis or neuropathic conditions * Able to read, write, and speak the language in which assessments are administered * Willing and able to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with a neurodegenerative disorder (e.g., Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease) * History of significant head injury, stroke, or brain tumor * Current substance abuse or dependence * Severe psychiatric illness (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder) * Significant sensory or motor impairments that may interfere with the ability to complete assessments
Where this trial is running
Al Ḩayy Ath Thāmin, Giza
- Outpatient clinic of faculty of physical therapy, Ahram Canadian University — Al Ḩayy Ath Thāmin, Giza, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mohamed M ElMeligie, Ph.d
- Email: mohamed.elmeligie@acu.edu.eg
- Phone: +201064442032
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.