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Mindfulness on your phone: a new test for sickle cell pain and sleep

NCT ID NCT07797582

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 01, 2026 · Last updated Sep 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether a smartphone-based mindfulness program can help adolescents and young adults with sickle cell disease manage chronic pain and sleep problems. Participants are randomly assigned to either use the mindfulness app for about 8 weeks or receive usual care. The study measures pain interference, pain intensity, and physical function using patient-reported questionnaires.

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Active substance
A smartphone-based mindfulness program with structured modules and guided exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to help young people with sickle cell disease manage chronic pain and sleep problems.
What could go wrong
The trial is small and early, and the benefits may be modest. Mindfulness requires regular practice, and not everyone may find it helpful or stick with it.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 48 people

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Expected to start

Feb 2027

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

May 2029

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

15 to 39 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals aged 15-39 years * Have been diagnosed with SCD * Are able to speak and understand English * Are able to complete questionnaires with minimal or no assistance from a caregiver * Report pain and/or sleep problems as assessed by the Adult Sickle Cell Quality of Life Measurement Information System (ASCQ-Me) short forms * Have access to the internet on a smartphone, tablet, or computer Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who have significant cognitive limitations that will impair their ability to use and understand the MBI, as per their health care provider or caregiver * Are currently receiving an MBI or have received more than 4 sessions of any MBI in the 6 months prior to the screening

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

agnosia Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome sickle cell disease sleep disorder

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Chronic pain Sickle cell disease Sleep

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