Active Research Studies

Research focus areas
The iOUCH Pain Lab focuses on several different research areas in order to improve the assessment and management of pain and other symptoms in children with chronic illnesses.
Shared & self-management of pain
We focus on the creation and utilization of several different methods to control and manage pain. This approach draws on studying the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of pain in youth with chronic and life-threatening conditions.
Innovative technologies
We leverage new and innovative technology to improve the pain experience for youth.
Interprofessional pain education
Building capacity in health-care providers to improve their knowledge and skills for caring for youth living with pain.
Standardized health outcomes
Developing and evaluating standardized tools to measure health outcomes for clinical or research support.