Investigating how emotions affect pain thresholds
Do Emotions and Pain Combined Affect Mechanical Pain Thresholds and Other Pain-related Variables
This study tests how different emotions, like happiness or sadness, can change how much pain people feel when they experience a short burst of pain.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 180 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Linnaeus University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Växjö) |
| Trial ID | NCT06840743 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study examines the impact of different emotional states on mechanical pain thresholds and related pain variables. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of four groups, each watching a different short video while experiencing short-lasting, experimentally induced pain. The groups include those exposed to negative emotions, positive emotions, neutral emotions, and a control group. Pain thresholds will be measured before and after the video intervention using an algometer.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals over 18 years old who are fluent in Swedish.
Not a fit: Patients experiencing pain during the test session or those with known neurological diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of how emotions influence pain perception, potentially leading to improved pain management strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While the interplay between emotions and pain has been explored, this specific approach of using varied emotional stimuli in a controlled setting is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Above 18 years of age * Fluent in Swedish. Exclusion Criteria: * Pain anywhere in body during the test session * Known neurological disease.
Where this trial is running
Växjö
- Linnaeus University — Växjö, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Helena Gunnarsson, Dr
- Email: helenagnu@hotmail.com
- Phone: +46708432509
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.