Five year study of a ICBT pain management course

Why was the study done?

This study was done to see if the ICBT Pain Course, is helpful and acceptable for participants. The researchers also wanted to find out what kinds of participants benefit the most from this program.

What was done in the study?

In the study, the researchers looked at data from participants who used the Pain Course over five years. They looked at how many lessons participants completed, how often they messaged their therapists, and how satisfied they were with the program. They also looked at whether participants improved in managing pain, anxiety, and depression after using the program.

What did we find out?

The study found that most participants who used the Pain Course completed it and were satisfied with it. Participants also saw improvements in managing pain, anxiety, and depression. However, some participants with certain characteristics, like lower pain acceptance or higher pain intensity, didn’t improve as much.

Where do we go from here?

In the future, researchers could try giving extra support to participants with these characteristics to see if it helps them more. They also want to continue studying how online programs like the Pain Course can be used effectively to help people with chronic pain.