Trial of emotional awareness therapy for veterans with chronic pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if a type of therapy that helps you understand and express emotions related to pain (called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy) can reduce chronic pain in veterans. It is designed for veterans who have had muscle or joint pain for at least 3 months and rate their pain as moderate or greater.
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Who can take part
- You are a veteran receiving care at one of seven VA healthcare systems
- You are 18 years or older
- You have had muscle or bone pain (such as back pain, fibromyalgia, or joint pain) for at least 3 months
- Your average pain level in the past week is 4 or higher on a 0–10 scale
- You do not have a serious untreated mental health condition like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder with active symptoms
- You are not currently having thoughts of hurting yourself or others, and do not have a severe alcohol or drug problem
- You have not been in cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic pain or emotional awareness therapy in the last 6 months
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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