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Teaching Better Pain Management for Older Black Adults with Joint Pain

Plain-English translation of NCT06512727 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated June 2026 · Translation generated June 2026 · How we translate trials

This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.

What is this trial?

This study is testing a new approach to help older Black adults manage chronic pain in their joints and lower back. The program, called PROACTIVE, combines pain management education, prayer support, and financial counseling to address both the physical and practical barriers to pain relief. Researchers want to see if this culturally tailored approach works better than usual pain care.

Black older adults often experience more severe chronic joint pain than other groups, and many rely on non-medication strategies to manage it. However, most pain management programs don't address the unique cultural, spiritual, and financial challenges that affect pain care in Black communities. This trial exists to create and test a program that speaks directly to these needs.

Do you qualify?

You likely qualify if…

you identify as Black or African American (including Afro-Caribbean descent)
you are between 50 and 92 years old
you have had chronic pain in your joints or lower back for at least 6 months
you have aching, stiffness, or swelling in a major leg joint or lower back on most days of the week
you have health insurance coverage in Florida (such as Medicare, Medicaid, or a private plan)

You likely don't qualify if…

you have had a recent major heart problem or stroke in the past 6 months
you have a serious neurological condition such as Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis
you are currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiation for cancer
you have been hospitalized for a serious mental health condition in the past year
you are unable to move around independently or perform daily activities like bathing or dressing without help

What participation looks like

You will be randomly assigned to either the PROACTIVE program or usual care. If selected for PROACTIVE, you will attend four sessions over four weeks with a nurse and financial counselor who will teach you pain management skills, guide you through prayer practices, and help you understand your health insurance coverage and benefits. The study will measure your pain and ability to move using technology, and you will complete questionnaires about how your pain affects your daily life. The entire study lasts several weeks, with follow-up assessments to track your progress over time.

AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 9, 2026 · Not medical advice

Trial locations(1 site)

United States

University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida