About this trial
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.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Pain >4/10 for >3 months related to the surgical indication
French fluency
Ability to adhere to and complete study protocol
Males and females, 18+
Disqualifiers
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
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Empowered Relief (ER) consists of a single-session, 2-hour group class.
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
Université de Sherbrooke
Lead sponsor
Estrie University Integrated Health and Social Services Center - University Hospital of Sherbrooke
Collaborator