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Empowered Relief Class for Chronic Pain
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Research Sponsored by Stanford University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Chronic Pain (> 3 months)
Taking Methadone or Buprenorphine
Must not have
Severe Depression
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up at 1 month post-tx
Awards & highlights
Summary
This trial tests an online pain management class called Empowered Relief for patients with chronic pain who take methadone or buprenorphine. Buprenorphine has been used for chronic pain management and opioid maintenance, with a history of being effective in these areas. The class teaches about pain and self-management skills. The study will check if the class is practical, how patients feel about it, and its benefits over time.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over 18 with chronic pain lasting more than 3 months who are currently taking methadone or buprenorphine. Participants must be fluent in English. It's not suitable for pregnant individuals, those with severe cognitive issues, acute suicidal thoughts, or severe depression.
What is being tested?
The study tests a virtual 'Empowered Relief' class designed to teach self-regulation skills and create daily personalized plans for managing chronic pain. Its effectiveness will be evaluated through participant feedback and surveys over a three-month period post-treatment.
What are the potential side effects?
Since the intervention involves educational classes rather than medication, there are no direct medical side effects expected from participating in this trial.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I have been experiencing pain for more than 3 months.
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I am currently taking Methadone or Buprenorphine.
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I am 18 years old or older.
Exclusion Criteria
You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:Select...
I have been diagnosed with severe depression.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ at 1 month post-tx
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~at 1 month post-tx
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary study objectives
Likelihood of using the skills
Participant satisfaction
Perceived usefulness/utility
Secondary study objectives
PCS total scores
Pain Bothersomness
Pain Intensity
+1 moreOther study objectives
Anxiety
Craving
Depression
+3 moreTrial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Empowered ReliefExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Empowered Relief class
2021
N/A
~50
Research Highlights
Information in this section is not a recommendation. We encourage patients to speak with their healthcare team when evaluating any treatment decision.Mechanism Of Action
Side Effect Profile
Prior Approvals
Other Research
Common treatments for chronic pain, such as those studied in the Empowered Relief (ER) class, often involve self-regulatory skills like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and pain neuroscience education (PNE). These approaches work by altering the patient's perception of pain, reducing stress, and enhancing coping mechanisms.
By focusing on mental and emotional strategies to manage pain, these treatments can decrease the need for medications and improve the overall quality of life for chronic pain patients.
Pathophysiologic Approach to Pain Therapy for Complex Pain Entities: A Narrative Review.
Pathophysiologic Approach to Pain Therapy for Complex Pain Entities: A Narrative Review.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Stanford UniversityLead Sponsor
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RTI InternationalOTHER
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have been experiencing pain for more than 3 months.You are currently at risk of harming yourself.I have been diagnosed with severe depression.I am 18 years old or older.I am currently taking Methadone or Buprenorphine.Severe problems with thinking and understanding.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Empowered Relief
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
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