New screening tool aims to stop Long-Term pain before it starts
NCT ID NCT07603674
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing a screening tool called Start-MSK that helps physiotherapists sort people with muscle or joint pain into low, medium, or high risk for long-term problems. Researchers will follow 300 adults for 6 months to see if the tool can predict who will recover well and who might need extra help. The goal is to make care more personalized and prevent chronic pain.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a simple screening tool that helps physiotherapists quickly identify which patients need more intensive care, potentially preventing long-term pain and disability.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The tool is being tested for its ability to predict outcomes, but it may not improve care on its own. Results are based on patient reports and may not apply to all settings.
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Karolinska Institutet
RECRUITINGStockholm, Sweden
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