Can a walking program ease chronic pain? new study tests feasibility
NCT ID NCT05700383
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a 10-week mind-body walking program (GetActive-Fitbit) is feasible for adults with chronic musculoskeletal pain. 92 participants were randomly assigned to either the walking program or a health education group. The goal was to see if people would join, stick with it, and find it helpful, paving the way for a larger trial.
What this could mean
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Active substance
GetActive-Fitbit program (behavioral intervention: mind-body skills, walking, and cognitive techniques)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a larger trial that may confirm a low-cost, non-drug program to help people with chronic pain move better and feel better.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study (92 participants) testing only whether the program can be delivered and accepted, not whether it works. Results may not apply to all pain types or populations.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Duke University
Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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Rush Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States