Online psychological treatments for chronic pain in teens

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study focuses on adolescents aged 13-19 with chronic pain lasting at least three months, exploring the effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Pain Science Education delivered via the internet. The aim is to address the significant impact of chronic pain on daily life, including sleep issues and reduced physical activity, by providing evidence-based psychological interventions. Participants will be required to have stable pain management without recent ACT or CBT treatment, and they must have access to the necessary technology for online participation.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adolescents aged 13-19 years with chronic pain (duration ≥ 3 months).
* Have undergone a medical examination regarding their pain condition.
* Are not using pain-relieving medication, or have been stable on such medication for at least 2 months, with no planned medication changes.
* Have not undergone ACT or CBT treatment in the past six months.
* Can read and write in Swedish without difficulty.
* Have access to a smartphone/computer with an internet connection and e-ID.
* Have at least one parent or guardian who is willing and able to participate in parallel parent support treatment.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Insufficient understanding of Swedish to complete study-related tasks.
* Adolescents currently undergoing ACT or CBT treatment.
* Adolescents who are using pain-relieving medication or have unstable medication regimes.
* Adolescents without access to a smartphone/computer or e-ID.

Where it's running

• Karolinska University Hospital
  Vallentuna, Sweden Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Charlotte Gentili, Licensed Psychologist, PhD
• Email: charlotte.s.gentili@regionstockholm.se
• Phone: +46760482895

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.