Mind over ache: study shows mindfulness may tame chronic pain

NCT ID NCT03939949

First seen Apr 23, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study tested whether mindfully focusing on pain sensations can help people with chronic pain feel better. Researchers worked with 300 adults who had pain for at least six months. Participants learned to pay close attention to their pain in a new way, aiming to reduce pain intensity, increase their sense of control, and improve overall well-being.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

  • Harvard University

    Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138, United States

  • New England Physiatry

    Stoneham, Massachusetts, 02180, United States

  • Tufts Medical Center

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States

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