Talking therapy may ease joint pain in breast cancer survivors

NCT ID NCT06831838

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Mayo Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 05, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests a two-day cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program to help breast cancer survivors manage joint and muscle pain caused by their hormone-blocking medication. The goal is to reduce pain, improve quality of life, and help patients stay on their prescribed treatment. Researchers will compare the program to usual care in 115 participants.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy based Pain Management Program
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to manage joint pain and help survivors stick with their cancer-fighting medication.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with no placebo control. The program is short (two days) and may not work for everyone. Results rely on self-reported symptoms.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast cancer breast neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BREAST CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Mayo Clinic in Florida
RECRUITING

Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States

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