Combined Interventions for Treating Depression and Chronic Back Pain
Back Pain, Depression
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Back Pain focused on measuring Cognitive behavioral therapy, Problem solving therapy, CBT
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Roland back pain score of 7 or greater Diagnosis of major depression Plan to stay enrolled in Group Health Cooperative for the duration of the study and 1 year after the study Exclusion Criteria: Prior surgery Cauda equina syndrome (compression and paralysis of nerve roots) Schizophrenia or bipolar disorder treatment within 2 years prior to study entry Current or prior psychiatric or psychological care for back pain or depression At high risk for suicide
Sites / Locations
- Group Health Cooperative
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
No Intervention
Integrated Intervention
Standard of Care
Participants will receive cognitive behavioral therapy for back pain and antidepressants and/or problem solving therapy for depression. Study visits will initially occur once a week and then taper to once every 2 weeks for the 6-month duration.
Participants will receive care as usual from their health care provider.