Stepped care for chronic pain and PTSD
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a stepped-care program that combines complementary health approaches for people who have both chronic pain and PTSD. It aims to help patients manage both conditions together using treatments like acupuncture, massage, or mind-body therapy.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have chronic pain (pain on more than half the days in the last 3 months)
- Your pain limits your daily life (at least 4 out of 10 on a standard pain scale)
- You have significant PTSD symptoms and have experienced a traumatic event (or a very stressful life event)
- You are not currently getting treatment for chronic pain or PTSD at the clinic where this study takes place
- You do not have recent suicidal thoughts (past 2 weeks)
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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