Single 2‑hour Empowered Relief class versus usual care to reduce postoperative pain after elective orthopedic surgery

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 randomized, pragmatic trial compares a single-session, 2-hour group Empowered Relief (ER) class based on CBT principles to usual postoperative care following elective orthopedic surgery. Participants are French-speaking adults with chronic pain (>4/10 for >3 months) who are randomized to receive ER plus usual care or usual care alone. Outcomes include postoperative pain and recovery measures collected at 6-week and 3-month follow-ups, along with acceptability of the ER intervention. The trial is conducted at CIUSSSE de l'Estrie CHUS (Sherbrooke, Quebec) using the French-Canadian version of ER.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Pain \>4/10 for \>3 months related to the surgical indication
* French fluency
* Ability to adhere to and complete study protocol
* Males and females, 18+

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participated in another project that may cause bias in the study results
* Pain related to cancer
* Cognitive impairment, non-French speaking, or factors that would preclude comprehension of material or full participation in ER
* Previous participation in ER

Where it's running

• CIUSSSE de l'Estrie CHUS
  Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada Recruiting

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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.