Positive Language for Anesthesia Pain Reduction
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
To discover if a positive description of the procedure for an epidural can reduce the overall pain score associated with the procedure.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but if you are on chronic opioids, you would not be eligible to participate.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Negative Connotation Language, Positive Connotation Language for reducing anesthesia pain?
Is the use of positive language for anesthesia pain reduction safe for humans?
How does the Positive Language treatment for anesthesia pain differ from other treatments?
The Positive Language treatment is unique because it uses the natural positivity bias in human language to potentially reduce pain perception during anesthesia, unlike traditional methods that rely on medications or physical interventions. This approach leverages the emotional impact of positive words to influence the patient's experience, which is a novel mechanism compared to standard pain management techniques.1112131415
Research Team
Aaron Berg, MD
Principal Investigator
University of Minnesota
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for pregnant individuals who are requesting an epidural for the first time and can speak English. It's not suitable for those with a history of opioid abuse, previous epidurals or lumbar spine surgery, a BMI over 40 kg/m^2, or chronic pain patients on opioids.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive either the 'Poke and a burn' or 'numbing medication' script during epidural placement
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for satisfaction and pain score after the epidural procedure
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Negative Connotation Language
- Positive Connotation Language
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Minnesota
Lead Sponsor