COMmunity of Practice And Safety Support for Navigating Pain (COMPASS-NP)

Launched by OREGON HEALTH AND SCIENCE UNIVERSITY · Aug 4, 2022

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ClinConnect Summary

The COMPASS-NP trial is studying a new program designed to help home care workers who suffer from chronic pain. Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts for more than three months and can greatly affect daily life and work. This program will provide support through a group setting, where participants will learn about managing pain, safety at work, and ways to improve their overall well-being. The goal is to help these workers reduce pain that interferes with their jobs and personal lives, making their work safer and more enjoyable.

To be eligible for this study, participants must be at least 18 years old, currently work as a home care worker, and have chronic pain that affects their ability to work. They should also be working at least four hours a week and have access to the internet for virtual meetings. Those who have previously participated in the original COMPASS program, had surgery in the last six months, or are pregnant cannot take part in this study. Participants can expect to engage in supportive group discussions and learn practical strategies to help manage their pain and improve their quality of life.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 18 years (adults)
• • Employed as a home care worker
• • Has chronic pain (pain lasting 3+ months and \> 4 average intensity)
• • The presence of pain interference with work (response of 'agree' or 'strongly agree' on single-item)
• • Currently working 4 hours or more per week
• • Access to the internet with a video capable device (e.g., smart phone, tablet, or computer)
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Prior exposure to the original COMPASS program
• • Experiencing a surgery in the prior 6 months
• • Current pregnancy or intention to become pregnant during the study period.