Video program to help older adults manage 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 will enroll 100 older adults with chronic musculoskeletal pain and randomize them to receive either the Reclaim Your Day video intervention or health education videos after an introductory pain education video. The program uses patient stories to teach acceptance- and value-based approaches from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Researchers will assess feasibility and acceptability, along with changes in pain interference, depression, and quality of life, and explore potential mediators over time. All participants receive an initial education video, with outcomes measured at multiple time points. The trial is led by Butler Hospital with collaboration from the National Institute on Aging and is conducted at a Rhode Island site.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Chronic MSK pain. Consistent with existing guidance, the experience of pain must be present most days of the week over the past 3 months, of at least moderate intensity.
2. Pain interferes with everyday activities.
3. Age 55 or older.
4. Proficiency in English sufficient to engage in informed consent and understand assessments and materials.
5. Reliable internet access.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Currently receiving acceptance/mindfulness or similar psychotherapy for chronic pain management.
2. Current severe substance use problems.
3. Cognitive impairment that would interfere with a person's capacity to complete the study.

Where it's running

• Butler Hospital
  Providence, Rhode Island, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Brandon Gaudiano, PhD — Butler Hospital
• Study coordinator: Bailey O'Keefe, MS
• Email: BOkeeffe@butler.org
• Phone: 1-401-479-3698

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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.