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Behavioural Intervention

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Hip Pain

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Waitlist Available
Led By Elizabeth Scott, MD
Research Sponsored by Michael C Willey
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
We will enroll young adults (15-39) presenting to one of several physical therapy and orthopedic practices in the state of Iowa for treatment of nonarthritic hip pain.
Chief complaint of hip pain or dysfunction, and a diagnosis of a nonarthritic hip condition including labral tear, femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), snapping hip, femoral anteversion or dysplasia.
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 8 weeks
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Study Summary

This trial will explore whether psychological conditions are common in young adults with hip pain, and if cognitive therapy can improve outcomes for these patients.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for young adults aged 15-39 in Iowa with nonarthritic hip pain, specifically those diagnosed with conditions like labral tear or femoroacetabular impingement. Participants must understand written English and not be receiving treatment for other issues such as hip dislocation or avascular necrosis.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests if a cell phone-based cognitive therapy app (Pacifica) can help improve the mental health of young adults with hip pain. It compares outcomes between those using the app and a control group without this intervention.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since the intervention involves cognitive therapy through an app, there are no direct physical side effects; however, users may experience emotional discomfort or distress while addressing psychosocial issues.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I am 15-39 years old and seeking treatment in Iowa for hip pain not caused by arthritis.
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I have hip pain or problems without arthritis, including conditions like labral tear or FAI.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~8 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 8 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Changes in Physical Function (HOOS)
Changes in Physical Function (PROMIS)
Changes in level of Anxiety (DASS-21)
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Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: Cell Phone Based Cognitive Based TherapyExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Young adults with hip pain
Group II: PlaceboPlacebo Group1 Intervention
Young adults with hip pain

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Michael C WilleyLead Sponsor
2 Previous Clinical Trials
460 Total Patients Enrolled
Elizabeth Scott, MDPrincipal InvestigatorUniversity of Iowa

Media Library

Cell Phone Based Cognitive Based Therapy (Pacifica App) (Behavioural Intervention) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04039386 — N/A
Hip Pain Research Study Groups: Placebo, Cell Phone Based Cognitive Based Therapy
Hip Pain Clinical Trial 2023: Cell Phone Based Cognitive Based Therapy (Pacifica App) Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04039386 — N/A
Cell Phone Based Cognitive Based Therapy (Pacifica App) (Behavioural Intervention) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04039386 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How many people are included in this experiment?

"That is correct, the online information from clinicaltrials.gov affirms that this study is still looking for volunteers. The listing dates back to August 1st, 2019 with the most recent update on June 24th, 2022. Currently, they are hoping to enroll 150 individuals at a single site."

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Is this test only for people who are over 25 years old?

"The age bracket that this study is recruiting from is 15-39 years old."

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What are the qualifying factors for this research?

"Individuals between the ages of 15 and 39 who have been diagnosed with hip dysplasia may be eligible for this clinical trial. A total of 150 patients will be enrolled in the study."

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Are we still looking for participants for this experiment?

"That is accurate. Based on the information available on clinicaltrials.gov, this study was most recently updated on 6/24/2022 and is actively recruiting for 150 patients at 1 site."

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~100 spots leftby Aug 2025