Mind over pain: imagining exercise may ease chronic back pain
NCT ID NCT07111286
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether adding motor imagery (mentally rehearsing movements) to a standard 3-week rehab program helps people with chronic low back pain. 72 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the rehab alone or rehab plus motor imagery sessions. Researchers will measure changes in back muscle endurance, pain, disability, fear of movement, and quality of life.
What this could mean
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Active substance
motor imagery (mental rehearsal of movements)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to boost the benefits of standard rehab for chronic low back pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 72 participants. The added benefit of motor imagery may be small or not statistically significant.
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CHU Dijon Bourgogne
RECRUITINGDijon, France
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