Goal Setting Intervention for Chronic Knee Pain
(mGAME Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
To evaluate the effectiveness of the goal development intervention in guiding individual patients through the identification of high quality, specific, measurable, relevant and time-bound goal for treatment.
Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is goal setting intervention for chronic knee pain safe for humans?
How is the Goal Setting Intervention for Chronic Knee Pain treatment different from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it uses Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS), which involves setting personalized goals for each patient and tracking their progress. Unlike standard treatments that may focus solely on physical symptoms, this approach considers the patient's personal aspirations and quality of life, making it more tailored and meaningful for the individual.12356
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Goal Setting Intervention for Chronic Knee Pain?
Research on similar treatments, like Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS) for chronic pain, shows that setting personal goals can help people manage their pain better. For example, in a study with older adults with arthritis, 76% of participants met their goals, and they found certain pain management methods more helpful after the intervention.12367
Who Is on the Research Team?
Kevin J McGuire, MD
Principal Investigator
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 21 who are new or existing patients scheduled to see an orthopaedic surgeon for knee issues. It's not open to those unable to consent, non-English speakers, or anyone less than a year out from prior spine, hip, or knee surgery.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo the goal development intervention to identify high quality, specific, measurable, relevant, and time-bound goals for treatment
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for the effectiveness of the goal development intervention and shared decision making
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Goal Attainment
- Goal Development
- Goal Tracking
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Lead Sponsor
Medacta USA
Industry Sponsor