Virtual pain coaching shows promise for breast cancer patients in rural clinics
NCT ID NCT04175639
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a mobile health program to help breast cancer patients in medically underserved areas manage pain and disability. 180 women with breast cancer and persistent pain took part in four video-conferencing sessions over eight weeks, learning coping skills from a remote therapist. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce pain, fatigue, and distress better than a basic health education program.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Mobile Health Pain Coping Skills Training (mPCST) - a behavioral intervention delivered via video-conferencing
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide a non-drug way to manage cancer pain and improve daily function for patients who lack easy access to care.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed study with 180 participants, so results are available but may not apply to all breast cancer patients. The intervention requires time and commitment, and benefits may vary.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Duke University Medical Center
Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States
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