Mindfulness in a group setting may ease chronic back pain
NCT ID NCT04129450
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested whether attending weekly group mindfulness sessions could improve function and reduce pain for people with chronic low back pain. Over 450 adults took part, comparing group mindfulness with usual one-on-one care. The goal was to see if this approach helps people feel better and move more easily.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
group mindfulness-based stress reduction sessions
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug option for managing chronic low back pain in primary care.
What could go wrong
This is a completed pragmatic trial, so results are available. However, mindfulness may not work for everyone, and benefits might be modest or short-lived.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Boston Medical Center
Boston, Massachusetts, 02118, United States