Validation of a French pain assessment scale
Transcultural Validation of the French Version of the " Patients' Endorsement of a Biopsychosocial Model of Chronic Pain " Scale
University Hospital, Geneva · NCT06698406
This study is testing a new French pain assessment tool to see if it accurately measures how adults with chronic pain understand the different factors that contribute to their pain.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Geneva (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Genève) |
| Trial ID | NCT06698406 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to validate the French version of the 'Patients' Endorsement of a Biopsychosocial Model of Chronic Pain' scale by comparing it to the established 'pain self-efficacy' questionnaire. The primary objective is to determine if the new scale effectively measures beliefs about the biopsychosocial nature of chronic pain in adults. Patients with chronic pain will complete the questionnaires during consultations, and their responses will be analyzed to assess the scale's validity.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are French-speaking adults aged 18 and older with chronic pain lasting longer than three months.
Not a fit: Patients who cannot understand the consent form or questionnaires due to language barriers or cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a reliable tool for assessing chronic pain beliefs, potentially improving patient education and self-efficacy.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in validating similar assessment tools, indicating that this approach is promising.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * - Patients with chronic pain (defined by ICD-11 as pain persisting or recurring longer than 3 months) having a chronic pain consultation at the HUG * French-speaking and able to understand the study information * ≥18 years of age Exclusion Criteria: * - Inability to understand the consent form and the questionnaire, e.g. due to lan-guage problems, psychological disorders, dementia, etc. of the participant * Enrolment of the investigator, his/her family members, employees and other de-pendent persons
Where this trial is running
Genève
- Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève — Genève, Switzerland (RECRUITING)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Pain, Chronic, pain, chronic, patient education, self efficacy, bio-psycho-social model