Understanding how social determinants of health influence pain experiences is crucial for advancing pain management. The NIH HEAL Initiative, supported by the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD), is leading the charge to address health disparities in pain management through inclusive clinical research.  Clinical trials play a vital role in improving human health, relying on the participation of diverse patients to explore effective pain management strategies. To learn more about HEAL-funded pain management trials and see if you might
be eligible to participate, visit the NIH HEAL-Funded Pain Management Clinical Trials webpage. Explore these trials and see how you can contribute to advancing pain management research. Your participation can help address pain disparities and improve treatments for diverse populations.