Exploring how pain affects emotions in children and their parents
Emotional Bodymaps in Pediatric Pain Patients and Their Parents.
This study looks at how pain in children affects their emotions and those of their parents to better understand their feelings and experiences.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 600 (estimated) |
| Ages | 10 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Helsinki University Central Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Helsinki) |
| Trial ID | NCT05902234 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to investigate the relationship between pediatric pain and emotional experiences in both children suffering from pain and their parents. It focuses on how pain may influence the perception of emotions in the body, considering factors such as the duration and location of pain, mood changes, and experiences of bullying. The study employs an interdisciplinary approach to gather insights into these emotional body maps and their implications for treatment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pediatric patients experiencing pain and their parents who are fluent in Finnish.
Not a fit: Patients who do not speak Finnish or do not have a child experiencing pain may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of the emotional dimensions of pediatric pain, leading to improved pain management strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, there is a growing body of research exploring the emotional aspects of pain, suggesting potential for meaningful insights.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * fluency in finnish language Exclusion Criteria: * none
Where this trial is running
Helsinki
- New Childrens Hospital — Helsinki, Finland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Reetta M Sipilä, PhD — Hus, Hy
- Study coordinator: Reetta M Sipilä, PhD
- Email: reetta.sipila@hus.fi
- Phone: +358407272353
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.