Pain management for people with Alzheimer's and chronic pain
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if opioid pain medicine is safe and effective for people with Alzheimer's disease who also have chronic pain. It aims to find better ways to manage pain in dementia.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 50 and 90 years old.
- You must have a diagnosis of probable Alzheimer's disease.
- You must have chronic pain that has lasted at least 6 months and is severe enough to need opioid pain medicine.
- You must have a caregiver who can help you for at least 8 hours each week.
- You must be able to read and understand simple instructions, or have someone who can help.
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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