People with Pain
Join a Study

Back Pain? Neck Pain? Both?

Studies are a way for people to work together with researchers to figure out new ways to help manage pain.

Our team is doing a research study to learn more about people's pain. We would also like to see what they think of two educational programs to help manage pain. Programs include nine 90 minute sessions over nine weeks, either in person or by Zoom.

Keys for Wellbeing will teach you about different things you can do to improve your health and wellbeing. You will watch educational videos and do workbook activities. You will be introduced to different health-related topics.

Partners4Pain will teach you about different things you can do to manage your pain. You will watch educational videos and do workbook activities. You will learn and practice different exercises and strategies for your pain.

You may be eligible if you are…

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Have back or neck pain (or both) for at least 3 months
  • Are a member of a racial or ethnic minority group (for example, Black, Indigenous or People of Color) or have a household income of less than $50,000/year

Currently, our programs have reached capacity and are not available. If you would like us to contact you when the programs are available again (Fall 2024), please click here.

If you would like to learn more, click the button below or call 612-626-6477 or email partners4pain@umn.edu.

This study is a type of research called a clinical trial. By participating, you become a partner in scientific research.