Which meditation works best for cancer survivors? a new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06500377
First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026
Summary
This pilot study explores how four different meditation practices—breathing only, focused attention only, mindfulness only, and a combination of all three—affect relaxation in cancer survivors. Many cancer patients experience stress and anxiety, and meditation may help reduce distress and improve quality of life. The study enrolls 44 adult cancer survivors with no prior meditation training and will measure how many participants stick with the program and complete assessments over six weeks.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Meditation therapy (breathing, focused attention, mindfulness, and combined techniques)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could identify which meditation approach best helps cancer survivors relax and manage stress, potentially improving quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 44 participants, so results may not apply to all cancer survivors. The study measures feasibility and relaxation, not long-term health outcomes.
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City of Hope Medical Center
RECRUITINGDuarte, California, 91010, United States
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City of Hope at Irvine Lennar
RECRUITINGIrvine, California, 92618, United States
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