HIPS Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial

Summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to conduct a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to test the feasibility of two dose- and time-matched pain management programs, delivered via live video, for adults with chronic (lasting at least 3 months) and non-arthritic hip-related pain (HRP). Following pre-determined benchmarks, findings from this trial will be used to assess the feasibility, credibility, and acceptability of both programs (HIPS-1, HIPS-2). In preparation for a future clinical trial powered to test efficacy, we will optimize the protocol for patient recruitment, study protocol, and fidelity materials.

Conditions

• Hip Pain Chronic
• Hip Pain
• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

HIPS-1

HIPS-1 is a 6-session (one 30-minute session per week) mind-body intervention delivered via live-video (i.e., MGB Zoom) by a trained physical therapist (PT). In addition to participating in the HIPS-1 intervention, all participants will attend their prescribed physical therapy with a PT of their choosing. To minimize variability in physical rehabilitation, we will send the PT the Clinical Practice Guidelines, which outline a standard-of-care rehabilitation protocol. Across these six 30-minute sessions, the HIPS-1 intervention aims to teach relaxation and coping skills and provide pain education. After each session, participants will set a physical activity SMART goal for the coming week and complete a weekly check-in survey (i.e., submit weekly home practice, brief pain assessment). All HIPS-1 sessions will be audio-recorded for subsequent interventionist fidelity checks. These recordings will be stored exclusively on MGB-encrypted devices.

BEHAVIORAL

HIPS-2

The HIPS-2 program will be administered via live video (i.e., MGB Zoom) and is time and attention-matched to HIPS-1. As such, HIPS-2 is delivered by a trained PT and consists of 6-sessions (one 30-minute session per week). HIPS-2 contains healthy lifestyle education consistent with public health recommendations, including physical activity, sleep, and nutrition. HIPS-2 has no overlap with HIPS-1. In addition to participating in HIPS-2, all those randomized to this condition will attend their prescribed physical therapy with a PT of their choosing and complete a weekly check-in survey (i.e., brief pain assessment). To minimize variability in physical rehabilitation, we will send the PT the Clinical Practice Guidelines, which outline a standard-of-care rehabilitation protocol. All HIPS-2 sessions will be audio-recorded for subsequent interventionist fidelity checks. These recordings will be stored exclusively on MGB-encrypted devices.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)

  collaborator NIH

• Massachusetts General Hospital

  lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

• Kate Jochimsen, PhD, ATC · Massachusetts General Hospital

Study Design

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

OTHER

Masking

TRIPLE

Model

PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age

18 Years

Sex

ALL

Healthy Volunteers

No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start

2026-06-01

Primary Completion

2027-12-01

Completion

2028-06-01

Countries

• United States

Study Locations