Culturally Adapted Pain Management for Indigenous Peoples in the Pacific Northwest (CAP-I)
University of California, San Diego
Summary
The proposed study involves a randomized feasibility pilot trial of a culturally adapted psychological intervention for chronic pain for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) individuals receiving care for pain at the Portland Area Indian Health Service - Yakama Service Unit. The study will provide information on whether or not it is feasible to conduct a future fully-powered randomized controlled trial.
Description
The prevalence of chronic pain is higher among American Indian/Alaskan Native (AI/AN) people than any other group in the United States. This proposed study aims to begin the process of developing a culturally-adapted psychological intervention for chronic pain among AI/AN individuals receiving care for pain at the Portland Area Indian Health Service - Yakama Service Unit. The K99 phase focused on the development of the intervention and the R00 entails a feasibility randomized pilot trial. The current study (i.e., the R00 phase) aims to assess the feasibility of conducting a future randomized c…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * at least 18 years of age * identify as AI/AN (or by another preferred name, such Native American, Native, and/or Indigenous) * have at least one diagnosis consistent with chronic pain and/or meet criteria for chronic pain diagnosis at enrollment (i.e., experience pain for \> 50% in the past 3 months that interferes with daily functioning) * possess the ability to speak and understand English * have access to a mode of communication for contact, such as a telephone, for study purposes Exclusion Criteria: * significant cognitive impairment * current uncontrolled serious…
Interventions
- BehavioralBraided Skills for Managing Pain
The intervention is a "braiding" or integration of Indigenous, Western, and Eastern beliefs and practices. Pain management skills involve evidence-based psychological techniques of behavioral activation, mindfulness meditation, relaxation techniques, and cognitive restructuring. Indigenous healing practices related to pain involve land-based healing, reconnecting with community, spirituality, narrative sharing, journaling, and restoration of cultural practices (e.g., eating Native foods, ceremonies).
Location
- Portland Area Indian Health Services - Yakama Service UnitYakima, Washington