New hope for chronic pain sufferers: simple online programs tested before specialist care

NCT ID NCT05178082

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested two online self-management programs for 163 adults with chronic non-cancer pain who were on a waiting list for specialist care. One program was a series of educational videos about pain, and the other was an online session teaching skills to manage pain. The goal was to see if these programs could reduce pain-related distress and improve daily functioning before patients received specialized treatment.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Educational video program and online skills session
What this could lead to
If effective, these programs could help people with chronic pain better manage their symptoms while waiting for specialist care.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study with 163 participants, but results are not yet widely confirmed. The programs may not work for everyone, and benefits could be modest.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Rigshospitalet

    Copenhagen, København Ø., 2100, Denmark

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