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Scientists probe the mental steps behind rating your pain

NCT ID NCT06822764

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 16, 2026 · Last updated Sep 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia want to understand the mental processes people use when they rate their pain. The study enrolls 44 adults who have had musculoskeletal pain in multiple locations on most days for at least three months. Participants rate their pain intensity on a 0 to 10 scale while researchers observe how they arrive at those numbers. The goal is to improve communication about pain between patients and healthcare providers.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If researchers learn how people translate pain into a number, it could lead to clearer conversations between patients and doctors about pain treatment.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study of 44 people with musculoskeletal pain, so its findings may not apply to other pain types or to people with different health backgrounds.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 44 people

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Started

Nov 2024

Expected to finish

Aug 2028

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Community sample

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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General inclusion criteria: * 18 years old or older; * visited a HCP for treatment of a painful musculoskeletal condition within previous year; * has usually felt, at least, "mild" musculoskeletal pain on most days of the last 3 months in multiple locations; and * has felt variable musculoskeletal pain intensity during the last 3 months. General exclusion criteria: * past or current employment as a licensed healthcare provider; * diagnosed with a cardiac arrhythmia; * has a battery-powered implant in the neck, chest, abdomen, or spine (e.g., pacemaker); * diagnosed with a neurological condition that causes uncontrolled movement (e.g., Parkinsonism, epilepsy, etc.); * smokes cigarettes or vapes; (6) has abused substances during the last week; or * allergic to skin adhesives.

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Conditions

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Pain

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Pain

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  • University of Missouri

    Columbia, Missouri, 65211, United States

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