No pills, no surgery: new study tests mind-body program for back pain relief

NCT ID NCT06114264

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

Summary

This completed study tested two multimodal programs in 70 adults with non-specific chronic low back pain. Both programs combined exercise, behaviour change, education, and mindfulness; one also added functional resistance training. The goal was to see if these approaches improve pain modulation, disability, strength, and quality of life. No drugs or devices were tested.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Multimodal program combining exercise, behaviour change, education, and mindfulness

What this could lead to

If successful, this approach could offer a non-drug way to reduce pain and improve daily function for people with chronic low back pain.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study (70 people) without a drug or device. Results may not apply to everyone, and benefits may be modest or not last long-term.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Back Pain Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome Health Behavior Low Back Pain Motor Activity Neurologic Manifestations Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • iBS.Granada

    Granada, Granada, 18012, Spain