Group therapy for women with chronic pelvic and belly pain
Managing the Pain - a Group Therapy Based on the Bio-psycho-social Treatment Approach for Women With Chronic Pelvic Pain and Chronic Belly Pain
This study tests whether a group therapy program can help women with chronic pelvic and belly pain feel better and improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 35 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil Research network |
| Locations | 1 site (Nottwil, LU) |
| Trial ID | NCT04057664 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project investigates the effects of a group therapy program designed for women suffering from chronic pelvic and belly pain. The therapy consists of twelve sessions and a booster session, utilizing a bio-psycho-social approach that combines psychotherapy and physiotherapy. Participants complete questionnaires assessing various aspects of their pain and well-being before, after, and at three and twelve months post-therapy to evaluate the therapy's effectiveness.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women experiencing chronic pelvic or belly pain who are willing to participate in the group therapy.
Not a fit: Patients who do not participate in the group therapy or who miss more than three sessions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this therapy could significantly improve the quality of life for women suffering from chronic pelvic and belly pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing a bio-psycho-social approach to pain management have shown promising results, indicating that this method is both relevant and potentially effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Women with chronic pelvic pain or belly pain participating in our group therapy who give their consent to the analysis of their data for the study Exclusion Criteria: * No participation in the group therapy * Finishing the group therapy prematurely (\>3 missed sessions)
Where this trial is running
Nottwil, LU
- Center of Pain Medicine — Nottwil, Lu, Switzerland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Julia Kaufmann, MSc
- Email: julia.kaufmann@paraplegie.ch
- Phone: 041 939 49 00
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.