Understanding pain triggers in young adults with chronic pain
Official title: Using Ecological Momentary Assessment to Develop an Adaptive Psychological Intervention for Young Adults With Chronic Pain
Run by Seattle Children's Hospital · NCT06932432 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to find out what everyday factors make pain worse for young adults aged 18-25 who have had chronic pain since childhood.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 25 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Seattle Children's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seattle, Washington) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | December 1, 2024 |
| Main results expected | December 2026 |
| Study ends | December 2027 |
| Registry record updated | April 27, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06932432 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are young adults aged 18-25 with a diagnosis of childhood-onset primary chronic pain.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are not fluent in English or do not have access to a smartphone and the internet may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to identify real-time contextual vulnerabilities that affect pain severity in young adults aged 18-25 with childhood-onset chronic pain. Participants will complete baseline questionnaires to gather information on their medical history, psychological health, and pain characteristics. Over a 28-day period, they will use a mobile app to report dynamic factors influencing their pain on a daily basis. The findings will help inform the development of a just-in-time adaptive intervention for managing chronic pain.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more personalized and effective pain management strategies for young adults with chronic pain.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach of using ecological momentary assessment is gaining traction, this specific application in young adults with chronic pain is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * ages 18-25 * diagnosis of childhood-onset chronic pain who were seen for an initial evaluation at Seattle Children's Hospital outpatient specialty clinics. Exclusion Criteria: * not fluent in English * does not have regular access to the internet and access to a smartphone device (to complete EMA questions) * presence of chronic disease or serious medical illness (e.g., arthritis, cancer, diabetes) * serious cognitive impairment or developmental disorder (e.g., autism, intellectual disability)
Where it's running
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Seattle Children's Hospital
Seattle, Washington, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Caitlin Murray, PhD
- Email: caitlin.murray@seattlechildrens.org
- Phone: 206-884-0147
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.