Can Mind-Body classes ease back pain? new study seeks answers

NCT ID NCT06696352

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Minnesota Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a group program called Partners4Pain, which teaches mind-body skills like meditation, relaxation, and gentle exercises, can reduce pain and improve daily life for people with chronic back or neck pain. About 376 adults will be randomly assigned to either Partners4Pain or a general health program. Participants attend 9 weekly sessions and report their pain levels over 6 months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Partners4Pain behavioral program (mind-body skills, exercises, and group support)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer an effective, low-cost way for people with chronic back or neck pain to manage their symptoms at home.
What could go wrong: This is a mid-sized trial comparing two active programs, so the difference between them may be small. Results are based on self-reported surveys, not objective measures.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Back Pain Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome Low Back Pain Neck Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BACK PAIN CHRONIC PAIN COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES NECK PAIN SELF-MANAGEMENT

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Minnesota

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States

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