Psychological treatments for chronic pain in veterans
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two group psychological treatments for chronic pain delivered over video conference. It aims to see if these treatments help reduce pain and improve quality of life for veterans.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a veteran.
- You have had musculoskeletal pain (back, neck, legs, pelvis, jaw, or widespread) for at least 3 months.
- Your average daily pain is at least 4 out of 10.
- You do not have pain conditions that mainly need surgery or specific medical treatment (like certain arthritis, nerve pain, or migraines).
- You do not have severe mental health issues like uncontrolled schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, active suicidal thoughts, or substance abuse problems.
- You can read and speak English fluently and have internet access at home.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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