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New treatment option for Chronic Pain
Official title Neuroimaging of Opioid Phase (OPAL)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05905419
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to compare activity in the brains of female adults with chronic pain and/or opioid use, and healthy female adults that may help to develop new and targeted treatments for adults with chronic pain and alternatives to opioid therapy.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- for Healthy Controls:
- female and ages 18+
- ability to read/understand English and give consent to participate
- no current or history of chronic pain
- not regularly taking any pain-relieving or mood-altering medications (per PI discretion)
You likely can't join if
- (for both groups):
- limited ability to participate fully in behavioral tasks, longitudinal follow-up
- MRI contraindication
- any factors that at the discretion of the investigators would adversely affect the participant or the integrity of the study
- male
See the full eligibility criteria
- for Healthy Controls:
- female and ages 18+
- ability to read/understand English and give consent to participate
- no current or history of chronic pain
- not regularly taking any pain-relieving or mood-altering medications (per PI discretion)
- absence of use of opioid medications for Individuals with Chronic Pain:
- female and ages 18 +
- ability to read/understand English and give consent to participate
- self-reported or physician diagnosis of fibromyalgia and/or chronic pain
- current use of opioid medication(s) for inclusion in the opioid patient group -OR- absence of use of opioid medications for inclusion in the non-opioid patient group
- (for both groups):
- limited ability to participate fully in behavioral tasks, longitudinal follow-up
- MRI contraindication
- any factors that at the discretion of the investigators would adversely affect the participant or the integrity of the study
- male
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Durham, North Carolina, 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 female, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Durham, North Carolina, United States. 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.