Internet-based therapy for chronic pain management
Official title: Internet-based Acceptance Based Psychotherapy As an Adjunct to Chronic Pain Rehabilitation
Run by Linkoeping University · NCT06816082 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests an online therapy program for adults with chronic pain to see if it helps them manage their pain better with the support of a therapist.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 15 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Linkoeping University Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Linköping, Östergötland County) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 22, 2025 |
| Main results expected | July 2026 |
| Study ends | October 2026 |
| Registry record updated | February 10, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06816082 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults with chronic pain who can understand Swedish and have internet access.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with severe cognitive problems or severe mental illnesses, such as a psychotic episode, may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates an internet-delivered psychological treatment called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (IACT) for adults with chronic pain. Participants will undergo a 7-week treatment program with therapist support, during which their expectations and experiences will be assessed through interviews conducted before, during, and after the treatment. The study aims to understand how well IACT meets the needs of chronic pain patients and to identify any barriers to its effectiveness. By focusing on patient experiences, the research seeks to enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of psychological treatments for chronic pain.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a more accessible and effective psychological treatment option for individuals suffering from chronic pain.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results for internet-delivered psychological treatments in managing chronic pain, although research specifically on patient expectations with IACT is limited.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Participants must be adults with sufficient understanding of Swedish to speak and read, have internet access, and currently be a patient at the Pain and Rehabilitation Clinic in Linköping. Exclusion Criteria: * Severe cognitive problems, or severe mental illness such as a psychotic episode
Where it's running
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Pain and Rehabilitation Clinic
Linköping, Östergötland County, Sweden Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nina Bendelin, PhD — Region Östergötland
- Study coordinator: Nina Bendelin, PhD
- Email: nina.bendelin@liu.se
- Phone: +46101030000
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.