What this study is
The proposed study involves a randomized feasibility pilot trial of a culturally adapted psychological intervention for chronic pain for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) individuals receiving care for pain at the Portland Area Indian Health Service - Yakama Service Unit. The study will provide information on whether or not it is feasible to conduct a future fully-powered randomized controlled trial.
What's being tested
- Braided Skills for Managing Pain
Intervention · BEHAVIORAL
The intervention is a "braiding" or integration of Indigenous, Western, and Eastern beliefs and practices. Pain management skills involve evidence-based psychological techniques of behavioral activation, mindfulness meditation, relaxation techniques, and cognitive restructuring. Indigenous healing practices related to pain involve land-based healing, reconnecting with community, spirituality, narrative sharing, journaling, and restoration of cultural practices (e.g., eating Native foods, ceremonies).
Study details
- Official title
- Culturally Adapted Pain Management for Indigenous Peoples in the Pacific Northwest (CAP-I)
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Diego
- Conditions
- Chronic Pain
- Enrolling
- 30 people
- Starts
- 2026-07-08
- Est. completion
- 2028-11-30
- Design
- Open-label, randomized, parallel groups
- Record
- View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Who can join
Age 18 Years and overSex ALLHealthy volunteers Not acceptedYou may qualify if
- At least 18 years of age
- Identify as AI/AN (or by another preferred name, such Native American, Native, and/or Indigenous)
- Have at least one diagnosis consistent with chronic pain and/or meet criteria for chronic pain diagnosis at enrollment (i.e., experience pain for > 50% in the past 3 months that interferes with daily functioning)
- Possess the ability to speak and understand English
- Have access to a mode of communication for contact, such as a telephone, for study purposes
You can't join if
- Significant cognitive impairment
- Current uncontrolled serious psychological issues (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder)
- Active medical treatment for malignant conditions (e.g., cancer)
- Active suicidality with intent
- Active alcohol and/or substance abuse
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Study locations (1)
1 openPortland Area Indian Health Services - Yakama Service Unit
Yakima, Washington, United States
- Ryan Pett, PharmD, MPH, BCPS · Contact509-865-1728Ryan.Pett@ihs.gov
Recruiting
Study team
Sponsor
University of California, San Diego
Study ID 4R00MD017254
Frequently asked questions
The sponsor hasn't published answers to common questions for this trial.