🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2026-01-29
Comparison of the Efficacy of an Empowered Relief Single-Session Versus Standard Care for Reducing Postoperative Pain Following Elective Orthopedic Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial (NCT07392099)
🟢 Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic 🧠 Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Université de Sherbrooke
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and acceptability of the French-Canadian version of ER compared to standard care in reducing postoperative pain and improving recovery outcomes at 6-week and 3-month follow-ups after elective orthopedic surgery.
Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (4 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (5 items).
Location: CIUSSSE de l'Estrie CHUS — Sherbrooke, Quebec
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistCheck every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).
Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:
- Exclusion Criteria:
- Participated in another project that may cause bias in the study results
- Pain related to cancer
- Cognitive impairment, non-French speaking, or factors that would preclude comprehension of material or full participation in ER
- Previous participation in ER
🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- CIUSSSE de l'Estrie CHUS — Sherbrooke, Quebec
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.