Trial studying safety and effects for Chronic Pain
Official title Evaluating a Virtual Stepped Care Portal in Youth Awaiting Tertiary Chronic Pain Care: An Implementation-Effectiveness Hybrid Type III Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05894772
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will find out if the portal can be used in real life and whether it improves pain and mental‑health symptoms.
- Who it's for
- Teenagers and young adults with chronic pain who are on a waiting list for specialist care.
- What's involved
- Participants will log into the Power over Pain Portal for about four months, use its self‑management tools and resources, and complete study questionnaires.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts roughly four months with periodic online check‑ins and surveys.
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
- Experience chronic pain
- Speak and read English or French
- Have access to internet / smartphone (or are willing to be loaned a study phone with a data plan)
- Are on the waitlist of a tertiary care CP clinic in Canada
- Intend to use the PoP Portal for at least 4 months
You likely can't join if
- Have moderate to severe cognitive impairments that may impact their ability to understand and use the PoP Portal or complete self-reported clinical...
- Have untreated major psychiatric illness (e.g., anorexia, psychosis) and/or active suicidality as assessed by the PoP Portal screening.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Experience chronic pain
- Speak and read English or French
- Have access to internet / smartphone (or are willing to be loaned a study phone with a data plan)
- Are on the waitlist of a tertiary care CP clinic in Canada
- Intend to use the PoP Portal for at least 4 months
- Have the capacity to consent
- Have moderate to severe cognitive impairments that may impact their ability to understand and use the PoP Portal or complete self-reported clinical outcome measures
- Have untreated major psychiatric illness (e.g., anorexia, psychosis) and/or active suicidality as assessed by the PoP Portal screening.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
- 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, but 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?
This study is enrolling now at Hamilton, Ontario, Canada; Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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