Mindful miles: could meditation while running ease knee pain?

NCT ID NCT07462429

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study tested whether a progressive outdoor mindful running program, guided by the Headspace app, is feasible and helpful for adults with patellofemoral pain (front knee pain). 18 participants completed a 5-week program that introduced mindfulness and guided mindful running. The study aimed to see if the approach could reduce knee pain, fear of movement, and improve running form. Results will inform larger future studies.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity patellofemoral pain syndrome

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Durham, North Carolina, 27599, United States