Mindfulness intervention for chronic pain in Ukraine
Brief Mindfulness Intervention for Chronic Pain in Ukraine
This study tests if a short mindfulness program can help people in Ukraine with chronic pain feel better on top of their usual treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Utah Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Vinnitsa) |
| Trial ID | NCT05383157 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This trial evaluates the effectiveness of a brief 15-minute mindfulness-based intervention compared to usual care for patients suffering from chronic pain in Ukraine. It is a pragmatic randomized controlled trial conducted in a pain clinic setting. The study aims to determine if mindfulness can provide additional relief for chronic pain patients alongside standard treatment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals with a physician-confirmed diagnosis of chronic pain who are receiving treatment at a pain clinic.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive impairments or other unstable illnesses that may interfere with study procedures will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could offer a simple and effective method for managing chronic pain, enhancing patients' quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results for mindfulness interventions in managing chronic pain, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Physician-confirmed chronic pain-related diagnosis Exclusion Criteria: * Cognitive impairment preventing completion of study procedures. * Other unstable illness judged by medical staff to interfere with study treatment.
Where this trial is running
Vinnitsa
- Vinnitsa National Medical University — Vinnitsa, Ukraine (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Dmytro Dmytriiev, MD
- Email: mddmytriiev@gmail.com
- Phone: 380-432-570-360
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.