Could a better bra beat back pain? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07579182
First seen May 14, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study looks at whether sports bras designed for full-busted women can reduce chronic neck, shoulder, arm, and back pain. Researchers will also study how hormones, inflammation, and brain changes may play a role. About 140 women aged 18 to 60 will wear a special sports bra for three months and report their pain levels.
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University of Houston
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What this could mean
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Active substance
sports bra (Bounceless bra or Shefit Ultimate bra)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to reduce chronic pain in full-busted women.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase study with only 140 participants. The bras may not help everyone, and results may not apply to all women.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.