Study explores how conversations shape patient choices on x-rays and MRIs
NCT ID NCT07158892
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how having a structured, values-based conversation affects people's decisions about diagnostic imaging tests for common musculoskeletal conditions like arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tendon problems. About 220 adults from a specialty clinic will read a hypothetical scenario and either take part in a guided discussion or receive brief written information. They will then answer surveys about their enthusiasm and confidence in the test decision. No actual medical tests are involved.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors better support patients in making informed choices about diagnostic imaging tests.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study using hypothetical scenarios, not real medical tests. Results may not apply to actual clinical decisions.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 220 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Sep 2025
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Mar 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults (18+ years) * English literacy * Seeking musculoskeletal specialty care * Diagnosis of non-traumatic musculoskeletal condition (including but not limited to: carpal tunnel syndrome, lateral epicondylitis, osteoarthritis, trigger digit, Dupuytren's, De Quervain, or rotator cuff tendinopathy) Exclusion Criteria: * Cognitive or physical impairment or severe psychiatric illness that would interfere with participation in the scenario-based discussion or completion of the survey instruments
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Musculoskeletal Institute, UT Health Austin
Austin, Texas, 78712, United States
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