Mindfulness meets therapy: a promising new way to tackle chronic pain

NCT ID NCT03800654

First seen Feb 18, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study tested a new program called Mindful Action for Pain (MAP) in 126 veterans with long-term pain. MAP combines daily mindfulness meditation with proven therapy techniques to help people live better despite pain. The goal was to see if it could reduce how much pain interferes with daily life, compared to standard cognitive behavioral therapy.

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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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