Recruiting NA Pain, Chronic

New treatment option for Pain, Chronic

Official title iCanCope With Post-Operative Pain (iCanCope PostOp)

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05382962

What this study is testing

What it's testing
There are few applications available in the community to help teenagers manage pain after surgery. The focus of this study is to better understand the pain experience of children after having surgery and to design a Smartphone app called "iCanCope with Post-Operative Pain" (iCanCope PostOp), to help children and parents to better manage pain at home after surgery.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 12 to 18

You may be able to join if

  • aged 12 to 18 years;
  • own a smartphone compatible with the iCanCope app (iOS or Android);
  • diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis or pectus carinatum or pectus excavatum;
  • are able to speak and read English; and
  • scheduled to undergo scoliosis or minimally invasive pectus repair surgery.

You likely can't join if

  • significant cognitive impairment or other co-existing medical condition that could limit the ability to use the iCanCope app, as identified by their...
  • participated in a previous study of iCanCope PostOp;
  • a diagnosed chronic pain condition not related to the surgical condition; or

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States
  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 12 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Boston, Massachusetts, United States; Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.