Group Care Program for Endometriosis
(PEEPS Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18 - 65

Sex: Female

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The goal of this clinical trial is to test the effectiveness of the Peer Empowered Endometriosis Pain Support (PEEPS) program in people living with endometriosis-related pelvic pain. The main question\[s\] it aims to answer are: * Is PEEPS effective at decreasing pain interference and improving patient-reported quality of life outcomes? * What are the barriers and facilitators to PEEPS implementation? Participants will engage in eight weekly 2-hour sessions led by an endometriosis specialist, pain psychologist, pelvic floor physical therapist, and yoga instructor. At these sessions they will participate in peer support, education, mindfulness, and yoga.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for individuals aged 18-48 with confirmed endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain, who can attend eight weekly sessions at Washington University. It's not suitable for those planning surgery within 12 weeks, non-English speakers, pregnant women, people with severe physical impairments or a history of hip/spine surgery, frequent opioid users (except post-surgery), or those with psychiatric disorders involving psychosis.

Inclusion Criteria

I am between 18 and 48 years old.

My endometriosis was confirmed through surgery.

I can attend eight 2-hour sessions at Washington University.

+2 more

Exclusion Criteria

I have had surgery on my hip or spine.

I have used opioids for at least 5 days in the last 3 months, not counting the first 6 weeks after surgery.

I have pain in my vulva or difficulty with vaginal penetration.

+4 more

Participant Groups

The study tests the Peer Empowered Endometriosis Pain Support (PEEPS) program to see if it reduces pain interference and improves life quality in endometriosis patients. PEEPS includes peer support, education from specialists, mindfulness practices, and yoga over eight weekly sessions.

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Endometriosis group careExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Groups of 6-10 patients with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain will attend eight weekly two-hour sessions.