Brief psychological help for acute pain in hospital patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests three short psychological techniques to help reduce acute pain in people staying in the hospital. It may help you feel more comfortable during your stay.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are currently in a short-stay or emergency observation unit in a participating hospital.
- Your pain started within the last 7 days and is at least 4 out of 10 in severity.
- You are stable enough to stay in bed for about 30-40 minutes for the session.
- You have not had cancer-related pain or chronic pain lasting more than 6 months.
- You can understand simple instructions and give your consent to participate.
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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