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New treatment option for Chronic Non-Cancer Pain
Official title Preventive Interventions for Chronic Pain Worsening
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06351046
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This is an open label randomized controlled trial (RCT), which will be conducted with patients of the Copenhagen Wound Healing Center at Bispebjerg Hospital in Copenhagen (DK). The trial has two arms (1:1): A Virtual Reality based Pain Self-management (VRPS) program group, and a control group (usual care).
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
You may be able to join if
- At least 18 years old
- Fluent in the Danish language
- Complaint of pain lasting 3 months or more; in average pain intensity score ≥ 3 (numerical rating scale 0 to 10)
- Access to internet
- Willing and available to participate in the study.
You likely can't join if
- Specialized or multidisciplinary pain treatment at baseline
- History of epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- History of nausea or dizziness
- Hypersensitivity to flashing light or motion or other diseases that may prevent use of virtual reality equipment.
- Injury to eyes, face or neck that impedes comfortable use of virtual reality equipment.
See the full eligibility criteria
- At least 18 years old
- Fluent in the Danish language
- Complaint of pain lasting 3 months or more; in average pain intensity score ≥ 3 (numerical rating scale 0 to 10)
- Access to internet
- Willing and available to participate in the study.
- Specialized or multidisciplinary pain treatment at baseline
- History of epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- History of nausea or dizziness
- Hypersensitivity to flashing light or motion or other diseases that may prevent use of virtual reality equipment.
- Injury to eyes, face or neck that impedes comfortable use of virtual reality equipment.
- Current cancer disease
- Medical diagnosis of depression
- Cognitive dysfunction that interferers with compliance to the study,
- Currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant during the study period
- No access to the internet during the study period.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Copenhagen, København Ø., Denmark
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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Copenhagen, København Ø., Denmark. 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.