Meditation may ease pain and depression in veterans

NCT ID NCT04651296

First seen Feb 18, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study tested a compassion meditation program for 142 Veterans with chronic pain and either depression or PTSD. Participants learned meditation techniques to reduce suffering and improve well-being. The goal was to see if this mind-body approach could lessen pain's impact on daily life and boost mood compared to a health education class.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • VA San Diego Healthcare System, San Diego, CA

    San Diego, California, 92161-0002, United States

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