Mindfulness Intervention for Post-Cesarean Pain and Depression

Maternal Mindfulness: Depression and Postpartum Pain

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Depression, Unipolar Pain, Postoperative
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 45
Sex
Female
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Prevention
Participants needed
75 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for women who are expecting to have a cesarean delivery. Participants will use a mobile mindfulness program to help with pain and reduce the risk of depression after childbirth.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I identify as Latina/Latinx/Hispanic, Asian, African American, or non-Hispanic White.
  • I am scheduled for a cesarean delivery.
  • I am between 18 and 45 years old.
  • I have a singleton pregnancy.
  • I scored between 5 and 13 on the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale.
  • I have a history of depression.
  • I have reliable internet access.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a chronic pain condition.
  • I do not own a computer, smartphone, or tablet.
  • I am not proficient in English or Spanish.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

This phase I clinical trial tests the feasibility and safety of a self-guided, mobile mindfulness-based intervention to reduce post-cesarean pain and prevent postpartum depression.

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Eligibility Criteria
1. Women must self-identify as Latina/Latinx/Hispanic, Asian, African American, or non-Hispanic White. 2. Scheduled to undergo a planned cesarean delivery. 3. Be of 18-45 years of age 4. Have a singleton pregnancy 5. Score between 5 and 13 on the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) 6. A hist…
Contacts

Sandraluz Lara-Cinisomo, Ph.D.

217-300-3512

laracini@illinois.edu

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