Lab Projects

Biopsychosocial Assessment of Pain in Children with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

The aim of this study is to develop an initial understanding of the pain experience in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) over the course of active treatment. This study utilizes a biopsychosocial assessment approach to better understand how specific biological, psychological, and social factors contribute to persistent pain in children with ALL.

Functional Outcome Response to Engaging in Virtual Reality in Pediatric Patients Undergoing Bone Marrow Transplantation

The purpose of this study is to examine the acceptability, feasibility, and utility of virtual reality + biofeedback in the management of pain in children undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

Understanding Barriers and Facilitators to Physical Therapy

The aim of this study is to understand what it’s like for adolescents and young adults with cancer to participate in physical therapy while they are in the hospital. Our goal is to use what we learn to design strategies to help make it easier to participate in physical therapy during inpatient stays. This project is funded by the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center and the Robert and Adele Schiff Family Foundation.