Personalized pain therapy: One-Size-Fits-All may be over

NCT ID NCT05699252

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Washington Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether matching adults with chronic pain to specific psychological treatments—like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, or hypnosis—based on their personal traits (such as brain activity or thinking patterns) leads to better pain relief. Researchers will study 331 participants to find out which factors predict who benefits most from each therapy. The goal is to move away from a one-size-fits-all approach and toward personalized pain care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Hypnotic Cognitive Therapy
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors choose the best psychological treatment for each person with chronic pain, improving pain relief for many.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage study focused on finding patterns, not testing a new treatment. Results may not lead to a simple matching tool, and individual responses vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CHRONIC PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Washington, Ninth and Jefferson Building

Seattle, Washington, 98104, United States
VA Puget Sound Health Care System, American Lake

Tacoma, Washington, 98493, United States
VA Puget Sound Health Care System, Seattle Division

Seattle, Washington, 98108, United States

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