Pain Management Training for Musculoskeletal Pain
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This project proposes to understand the sources of pain variability, and demonstrate that pain variability represents fluctuation in natural pain management. The project further proposes to determine if endogenous capacity to modulate pain can be trained to maximize their body's ability to manage pain, much as the way in which athletic performance can be trained.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but it does exclude those using any intervention, including medication, for symptoms caused by pain training during the study.
Is pain management training for musculoskeletal pain safe for humans?
How does this pain management training treatment differ from other treatments for musculoskeletal pain?
This pain management training is unique because it focuses on training individuals to manage their musculoskeletal pain, potentially involving techniques like cognitive-behavioral strategies or physical exercises, rather than relying solely on medications or physical interventions like compression garments or cryotherapy. This approach may empower patients to better understand and control their pain through self-management techniques.12345
Who Is on the Research Team?
Michael E Robinson, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of Florida
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults with widespread muscle pain who meet the ACR diagnostic criteria and those without any current pain or chronic conditions like IBS. It excludes individuals who've trained their biceps recently, had recent arm pain, used other pain interventions, have metal in their body that affects MRI, certain chronic medical conditions, or are pregnant.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Single exposure
Participants will complete one exercise session designed to induce delayed onset muscle soreness
Repeated exposure
Participants will complete four exercise sessions designed to induce delayed onset muscle soreness in the biceps
Natural history
Participants will complete all sensory testing and imaging but not perform any exercise sessions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Delayed onset muscle soreness
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Florida
Lead Sponsor
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
Collaborator