Recruitment
Management of Pain in Persons with MS Study
Researchers in the department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Washington are seeking study participants who have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in a project investigating treatment for chronic pain.
This research study is intended to investigate if treatments that include self-hypnosis training, provide education about chronic pain, and focus on how to change how a person thinks about his/her pain can benefit persons with MS who have chronic pain. If the treatment you receive is effective for you, you may experience a decrease in your daily pain. As a result, pain may interfere less with your daily activities.
This study involves participation in 16 face-to-face sessions of treatment and periodic telephone interviews over the course of 4-6 months. Treatment sessions will take place either at the University of Washington Medical Center, the Harborview Medical Center or at your home, depending on your availability and the availability of the investigators. Compensation for parking will be provided.
To participate in this study you must have a MS diagnosis (confirmed by a physician), be at least 18 years of age, have moderate to severe chronic pain, and meet other study criteria.
For more information please contact the Management of Pain in Persons with MS Study staff at 206-616-9058 or 1-800-377-9707.