A Novel Approach to Endometriosis Treatment: Piloting an Interdisciplinary Group Care Model
The goal of this clinical trial is to test the effectiveness of the Peer Empowered Endometriosis Pain Support (PEEPS) program in people living with endometriosis-related pelvic pain. The main question[s] it aims to answer are: Is PEEPS effective at decreasing pain interference and improving patient-reported quality of life outcomes? What are the barriers and facilitators to PEEPS implementation? Participants will engage in eight weekly 2-hour sessions led by an endometriosis specialist, pain psychologist, pelvic floor physical therapist, and yoga instructor. At these sessions they will participate in peer support, education, mindfulness, and yoga.
• Age 18-48 years
• Operative confirmation of endometriosis
• Chronic pelvic pain (defined as pain perceived to originate from the pelvis, lasting ≥6 months)
• No plan to have surgery in next 12 weeks
• Be able to attend eight 2-hour weekly sessions on the Washington University campus