VA study explores acupuncture, yoga, and massage for Veterans' chronic pain
NCT ID NCT05097521
First seen May 04, 2026 · Last updated May 26, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study looked at how complementary health approaches like acupuncture, massage, and yoga affect chronic pain in over 3,600 Veterans. It compared getting these therapies from a practitioner versus combining them with self-care practices like Tai Chi or meditation. The goal was to see if these methods improve pain severity and daily functioning over six months.
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Locations
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VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, Sepulveda, CA
Sepulveda, California, 91343, United States
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VA Puget Sound Health Care System Seattle Division, Seattle, WA
Seattle, Washington, 98108-1532, United States
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