Mindfulness + Pain Management Visits for Chronic Pain

Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May be covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: N/A

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: University of Utah

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The primary aim of this implementation-effectiveness trial is to examine the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) and patient-centered chronic pain management visits in primary care as interventions to reduce chronic pain, improve quality of life, and reduce opioid-related harms among chronic pain patients on long-term opioid therapy.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for individuals with chronic pain who are currently on long-term opioid therapy. It's aimed at those experiencing substance use disorders, neurologic symptoms, or mental illness related to narcotic use. Specific eligibility criteria were not provided.

Inclusion Criteria

I have been using opioids for 3 months or more.

I am 18 years old or older.

I have been diagnosed with chronic pain lasting more than 3 months.

Exclusion Criteria

I have chronic pain because of my cancer.

Treatment Details

The study tests the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) and patient-centered chronic pain management visits in primary care settings to alleviate chronic pain, enhance life quality, and minimize opioid misuse.

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Mindfulness Oriented Recovery Enhancement + Patient-centered chronic pain management visitsExperimental Treatment2 Interventions

Participants will attend a Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) group weekly for eight weeks, in addition to patient-centered chronic pain management visits led by their primary care provider.

Group II: Patient-centered chronic pain management visitsActive Control1 Intervention

Participants will attend patient-centered chronic pain management visits led by their primary care provider.