Self-hypnosis training for managing chronic pain

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 pilot study evaluates the effectiveness of a self-hypnosis training program designed for chronic pain management. Participants will engage in self-hypnosis practices within groups, with the primary focus on assessing changes in pain levels over a 3-month and 6-month follow-up period. Secondary objectives include measuring the impact of the intervention on functional pain effects, anxiety-depression scores, and overall quality of life. The study will involve 60 patients from pain clinics and will be conducted at the Centre de Recherche de l'Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont in Montreal, Quebec.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Inclusion criteria were to have participated in the past year in the self-hypnosis training program and to agree to take part in these research interviews.
* be 18 years of age or older;
* have received one of the above diagnoses, confirmed by medical record review or physician confirmation;
* report pain that has been present for at least 3 months;
* have a pain intensity over the last 24 hours (24h pain) of at least 4 on a Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) from 0 to 10 at baseline;
* be able to read, speak and understand French;
* have Internet access and be able to participate in a telepractice intervention group and complete online questionnaires.

Exclusion Criteria:

* have deafness and/or severe cognitive impairment that may impair communication;
* have current or recent psychiatric instability (e.g., active suicidal ideation, active delusional or psychotic thoughts) that could interfere with participation, as assessed by a clinical psychologist.

Where it's running

• 5415 Bd de l'Assomption
  Montreal, Quebec, Canada Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: David Ogez
• Email: david.ogez@umontreal.ca
• Phone: 514 609-4391

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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.