Yoga tested as a Drug-Free solution for chronic back pain

NCT ID NCT04270617

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: NYU Langone Health Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study is testing whether a standardized 6-week yoga program can reduce pain and disability in 200 adults with chronic back pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to yoga or a control group. The goal is to see if yoga offers a safe, non-drug way to manage this common condition.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: yoga program
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a safe, drug-free option for managing chronic back pain and reducing reliance on painkillers.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage study. The benefits of yoga may be modest, and results may not apply to everyone with back pain.

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CHRONIC BACK PAIN

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Locations

NYULangone
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New York, New York, 10003, United States

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