Digital pain coach tested for chronic back pain relief
NCT ID NCT05843890
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a website called PainGuide, combined with a Fitbit, can help people with chronic low back pain. About 550 participants will use the online program and complete surveys over 24 to 52 weeks. The goal is to see if tailored digital coaching reduces how much pain interferes with daily life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- digital self-management website (PainGuide) plus Fitbit activity tracking
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide a low-cost, accessible tool to help people manage chronic back pain on their own.
- What could go wrong
- This is a behavioral study with no drug or device; results depend on participants' engagement and may not apply to everyone. It is not a cure and may only offer modest symptom relief.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Michigan
RECRUITINGAnn Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States
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