Internet program for managing pain in pancreatitis patients
Official title: Internet-Delivered Pain Self-Management to Reduce Pain and Interference in Chronic Pancreatitis
Run by Seattle Children's Hospital · NCT06386224 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing an online program that helps people with pancreatitis manage their pain better and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 280 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Seattle Children's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seattle, Washington) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 1, 2024 |
| Main results expected | July 1, 2028 |
| Study ends | July 1, 2028 |
| Registry record updated | July 17, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06386224 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with a diagnosis of chronic or acute recurrent pancreatitis who experience moderate to severe pain.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients currently undergoing cancer treatment or those with severe psychological issues may not benefit from this program.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to address severe abdominal pain in individuals with chronic and acute recurrent pancreatitis through an internet-delivered pain self-management program. It utilizes a cognitive behavioral therapy approach to help patients manage their pain and improve their quality of life. The trial will gather data on the effectiveness of this intervention in reducing pain severity and interference, while also focusing on how to implement and disseminate the program in real-world settings. Participants will be recruited from multiple clinical centers and through community partnerships.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve pain management and quality of life for patients suffering from pancreatitis.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in using internet-based interventions for pain management, indicating potential success for this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18 years * Willingness to use personal device with internet access (smart phone, computer, iPad) or to borrow a study iPad/hotspot * Diagnosis of CP defined as having obvious morphological features of CP (i.e., Cambridge 3-4 stage or the presence of pancreatic calcifications on CT scan and/or magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography) * Diagnosis of RAP defined as having abdominal pain of a duration of \>=3 months, one episode of acute pancreatitis (AP), or RAP. * Having experienced moderate pain intensity (rated as 4 or higher on a 0-10 Numerical Rating Scale) in the last month from RAP or CP. Exclusion Criteria: * Undergoing treatment for cancer * Unable to read English well enough to complete questionnaires or read the study website * Currently experiencing suicidal ideation * Having received endoscopic therapy in the past 30 days * Currently receiving treatment from a psychologist (\> 4 sessions)
Where it's running
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Seattle Children's Hospital
Seattle, Washington, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Tonya Palermo, PhD
- Email: tonya.palermo@seattlechildrens.org
- Phone: 206-884-4208
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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.