Can online therapy ease endometriosis pain? new study tests ACT at home

NCT ID NCT06153303

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests whether internet-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help people with endometriosis cope with chronic pain. Ten participants will receive online sessions focused on mindfulness, acceptance, and value-based behavior change, with phone support from a psychologist. The goal is to reduce pain interference and improve emotional well-being.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) delivered via internet

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a practical, home-based therapy to help people with endometriosis manage chronic pain and improve daily functioning.

What could go wrong

This is a very small pilot study with only 10 participants and no comparison group, so results may not apply widely. The therapy requires active participation and may not help everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome endometriosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Skåne unviersity Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Lund, Skåne County, 22241, Sweden

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••