๐ฌIn plain words
What the trial is, and whether it could suit you
The primary aim of this study is to investigate the effect of Internet-delivered Acceptance and commitment therapy for PTSD and comorbid chronic pain using a randomized controlled trial with waitlist control.
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๐ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria:
* a CAPS of โฅ25
* subjected to single traumatic events
* were able to understand Swedish
* had symptoms of chronic pain that interfered significantly with everyday life
* were fully examined medically and had received medical treatment if indicated
* were able to be an active part of the rehabilitation process, regain functioning in different life areas and participate in treatment interventions for approximately 5 hours every week
* stable dose of medication
* able to read and write in Swedish
* had access to a smart phone or computer with internet access
Exclusion Criteria:
* repeated and extensive traumatic events
* had other acute or severe psychiatric disorders or symptoms that warranted designation as the primary disorder (ongoing substance dependence, untreated bipolar disorder, OCD, psychotic symptoms, severe depression)
* were actively abusing analgesic medications (including narcotics), alcohol or other drugs
* had great difficulty to harbour and handle strong emotions that could lead to emotional outbursts or self-harming behavior
* had health risks due to medical reasons
* had social or economic difficulties or lack of social support that hindered behavior change
* current severe suicidal ideation that warranted immediate intervention (indicated by the MINI and a score of 3 to item 9 of the Patient Health Questionnaire 9-item version (PHQ9))
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What it tests
- iACT for PTSD and Chronic Pain
Department of Pain Pehabilitation, Skรฅne University Hospital
Lund, Sweden
๐ค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ always decide together with your own doctor.