Can a Doctor's optimism be the real painkiller? study tests the power of words

NCT ID NCT07498140

Summary

This study investigates whether the way a doctor describes a common back pain injection influences how much pain relief patients feel. Researchers will compare a very positive description, a neutral description, and standard medication therapy in 210 adults with sciatica-like leg pain. The goal is to understand how patient expectations affect treatment outcomes for this widespread condition.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Northwestern University

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    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

    ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20814, United States

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