Can a silent word ease both PTSD and chronic pain? a VA trial puts mantram repetition to the test

NCT ID NCT07725588

First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether a meditation-based program called Mantram Repetition Program (MRP) can help veterans who have both posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and chronic pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to either MRP or a health education group. The study measures changes in PTSD symptoms and pain interference over time.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
a meditation-based program called Mantram Repetition Program (MRP)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a flexible, quick-to-learn tool that eases both PTSD symptoms and pain interference for veterans.
What could go wrong
This is a mid-stage trial with 170 participants, so results may not apply to all veterans. The program requires regular practice, and benefits may vary.

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Locations

  • VA San Diego Healthcare System, San Diego, CA

    San Diego, California, 92161-0002, United States

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