Mindfulness intervention for pain management before orthopedic procedures

Brief (i.e., <10 Minute) Behavioral Intervention for Pain

Not applicable Interventional Florida State University · NCT06471075

This study tests if a short mindfulness exercise can help people feel less pain before they have orthopedic procedures like kyphoplasty or radiofrequency ablation.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment80 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorFlorida State University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Tallahassee, Florida)
Trial IDNCT06471075 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This project is a randomized controlled trial that examines the effects of a brief 7-minute mindfulness intervention on pain levels in patients undergoing kyphoplasty or radiofrequency ablation. The study aims to assess how mindfulness techniques can help manage pain before these procedures. Participants will receive mindful pain management and psychoeducation to enhance their coping strategies. The trial is conducted at a single site, the Tallahassee Orthopedic Center.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who are fluent in English and scheduled for kyphoplasty or radiofrequency ablation at the Tallahassee Orthopedic Center.

Not a fit: Patients who are unable to consent due to physical or mental incapacity will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce pain and improve the overall experience for patients undergoing orthopedic procedures.

How similar studies have performed: While mindfulness interventions have shown promise in pain management in various contexts, this specific approach in the setting of orthopedic procedures is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Undergoing Kyphoplasty or Radiofrequency Ablation at Tallahassee Orthopedic Center
* Fluency with English
* Being 18 and above

Exclusion Criteria:

* Unable to consent because of physical or mental incapacity.

Where this trial is running

Tallahassee, Florida

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions PainChronic PainAcute Painmindfulnesskyphoplastyradiofrequency ablation
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