Can Mind-Body classes ease back pain? new study seeks answers
NCT ID NCT06696352
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
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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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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States