Exercise and talk therapy show promise for opioid pain relief

NCT ID NCT04736550

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study tested whether adding exercise and pain-focused therapy to residential drug treatment is practical and helpful. 63 adults with opioid use disorder and pain took part. The goal was to see if they would stick with the program and if it could reduce pain, cravings, depression, and anxiety.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome Motor Activity opiate dependence Pain

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Case Western Reserve University

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States

  • University of Colorado at Denver

    Denver, Colorado, 80217, United States

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