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New treatment option for Chronic Pain
Official title Impact of 4PCP on Practitioner and Patient Outcomes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05580419
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Reducing opioid prescribing and improving outcomes in patients with chronic pain would benefit our nation. Neither addiction nor chronic pain spares any race, gender, or particular socio-economic status.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 14 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Practitioner Inclusion:
- General practitioners
- Part of a practice that has their own identifiable patient population including patients with chronic pain
- Able to fully answer questionnaires
- Able to attend 4PCP course
See the full eligibility criteria
- Practitioner Inclusion:
- General practitioners
- Part of a practice that has their own identifiable patient population including patients with chronic pain
- Able to fully answer questionnaires
- Able to attend 4PCP course
- English speaking Patient inclusion:
- Age 14-80
- Self-report of chronic non-malignant pain \> 3 months
- No foreseeable or planned surgeries for chronic pain
- Has attended at least 2 established visits in the enrolled practitioner's practice
- English speaking Practitioner exclusion:
- Pain specialists
- Unable to fully answer questionnaires
- Unable to attend the 4PCP course
- Non-English speaking Patient exclusion:
- Unable to answer questionnaires (e.g. stroke, dementia, developmental delay, etc.)
- Followed in a specialty pain clinic (PCP not managing pain care)
- Sickle cell disease
- Prisoners
- Non-English speaking
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cleveland, Ohio, United States
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Madison, Wisconsin, United States
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, 14 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Cleveland, Ohio, United States; Richmond, Virginia, United States; Madison, Wisconsin, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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