Mind over back pain: study tests emotion training as a pain reliever
NCT ID NCT04678297
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study investigates whether adding emotion regulation training to physical activity can improve outcomes for people with chronic low back pain. Participants attend twice-weekly sessions for 12 weeks, combining gentle exercise with techniques to better manage emotions. The goal is to see if this approach reduces pain severity and interference, and improves overall well-being.
What this could mean
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Active substance
physical activity plus emotion regulation training
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could offer a non-drug way to better manage chronic low back pain by addressing emotional factors.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral study with no blinding, so results may be influenced by participant expectations. The intervention requires significant time commitment, which may limit real-world adherence.
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Conditions
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Locations
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University of Connecticut
Storrs Mansfield, Connecticut, 06269, United States