Hip pain study tests app to ease depression and anxiety in young adults

NCT ID NCT04039386

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether a smartphone app that teaches cognitive behavioral therapy can help young adults (ages 15-39) with hip pain feel less depressed, anxious, and stressed. Researchers will also measure pain, physical function, and opioid use. Half of the 150 participants will use the app alongside standard care, while the other half receives standard care alone. The goal is to see if addressing mental health can improve overall outcomes for hip pain.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Cell phone app providing cognitive behavioral therapy (Pacifica app)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to improve mental health and pain outcomes for young adults with hip problems.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study that hasn't started recruiting yet. The app may not provide meaningful benefits over standard care, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

developmental dysplasia of the hip Hip Dislocation osteoarthritis, hip

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

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  • University of Iowa

    Iowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States

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