Healthy aging for Black adults with chronic pain and memory concerns
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a program to help Black adults aged 50+ manage chronic pain and early memory changes. It compares two approaches to see which works better for improving daily life and thinking skills.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are Black and 50 years or older
- You have ongoing muscle or joint pain that is not from cancer and has lasted more than 3 months
- You have noticed early memory problems (like forgetting things more often) and tests show some decline
- You are comfortable speaking and reading English
- You are not taking any pain or mood medications, or have been on the same dose for at least 6 weeks without changes
- You have been cleared by a doctor to join, and you have no heart or physical issues that prevent safe exercise
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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