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Chronic Pain Clinical Trial in Aurora, CO

Access cutting-edge chronic pain treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Aurora. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Colorado, Denver

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Aurora

    Convenient for CO residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Aurora site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Chronic Pain Study in Aurora

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn which treatment works better for veterans with chronic neck or back pain. This study is comparing three treatments: Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and usual care (whatever a person is already doing to cope with their pain). The main questions the study aims to answer are: 1. Which treatment works better for lowering pain: PRT, CBT, or usual care? 2. How do the effects of PRT compare with CBT and usual care in terms of pain relief and other factors such as emotional functioning, quality of life, anxiety, and pain medication use? Participants will: 1. Be randomly assigned to receive either PRT, CBT, or usual care. 2. Complete questionnaires about their pain and health. 3. If in the PRT or CBT group, have nine weekly therapy sessions over video calls with a therapist.

Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Adults (18 and older)
Be veterans
Have a history of chronic back or neck pain defined as pain at least half the days of the last 6 months.
Have moderate or greater pain, defined as pain intensity ≥4 in the past week

Exclusion Criteria

Clinical presentation suggestive of back pain that is secondary or peripheral in nature, including self-reported leg pain that is worse than back pain (indicative of radiculopathy or sciatica), spine surgery within the past 6 months, fall, motor vehicle accident or other trauma related to back pain in the past 6 months, back pain due to an inflammatory disorder, infection, or malignant etiology as determined per medical provider review, known sensory abnormality in trunk or legs, recent large (\>20 lbs) unexplained weight loss, difficulty controlling bowels (to screen out cauda equina syndrome), and self-reported diagnoses of specific inflammatory disorders (rheumatoid arthritis, polymyalgia rheumatica, scleroderma, Lupus, and polymyositis). Additionally, patients who meet any of the following criteria are ineligible due to anticipated difficulties complying with study procedures:
Moderate or severe cognitive impairment
Unstable or severe untreated mental health condition, including active suicidal ideation
Unstable or end-stage medical disease including active cancer
Back surgery planned within the next 6 months
Inability to communicate by telephone or video, including inability due to housing instability
Current pain-related litigation outside the VA (service connection-related applications are not excluded)
Having engaged in CBT or PRT for chronic pain in the past 6 months
Participants may be excluded based on the discretion of PIs Ashar and Frank

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Aurora?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07137715) has an active research site in Aurora, CO that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Chronic Pain Treatment Options in Aurora, CO

If you're searching for chronic pain treatment options in Aurora, CO, this clinical trial (NCT07137715) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Aurora research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced chronic pain specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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