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OPTI Study

WHY IS THIS STUDY BEING DONE?

The purpose of this study is to investigate a new pain management technique in veterans who have chronic pain and are prescribed at least one opioid pain medication.
If you are interested in participating in the OPTI study, please contact the Study Coordinator at (415) 221-4810 x23377 or email info@vetsreturnhome.com.
 

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

To participate you must be:
  • A Veteran of OEF / OIF / OND
  • Willing and able to travel to the San Francisco VA on two separate occasions
  • Willing and able to undergo mental health and cognitive testing
  • Over 18 years of age
 

GETTING STARTED

Contact the Study Coordinator at (415) 221-4810 x23377 or email info@vetsreturnhome.com. Please provide your full name, telephone number and the time that is best to reach you by phone. We will ask you some questions over the phone which takes about 15 minutes, and if you are a potential match for the study, we will invite you to participate in a one-hour telephone questionnaire.

HOW LONG WILL I BE IN THE STUDY?

This study consists of three telephone interviews, three in-person interviews at the SFVA which last approximately 30 mins-1 hours each, and three telephone check-ins; these visits will be completed over a period of five months.

 WILL I BE PAID FOR MY PARTICIPATION?

If you are eligible, you will receive $100 dollars in total for your participation in this research study. You will receive $25 for two one-hour telephone assessments, and $50 for the final one-hour telephone assessment.

 HOW DO YOU I PARTICIPATE?

Contact the Study Coordinator at (415) 221-4810 x23377 or email info@vetsreturnhome.com.