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Yoga nidra meets pain science: a new approach to chronic back pain

NCT ID NCT06979713

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Central Florida Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 29, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests whether adding a guided relaxation technique called yoga nidra — focused on pain acceptance — to a home program of yoga and pain education can reduce pain intensity and improve well-being and sleep in people with chronic low back pain. Twenty-four participants will be randomly assigned to receive either yoga nidra with pain acceptance intention or relaxing music alongside the same yoga and education sessions. Both groups practice at home twice a week for six weeks.

What this could mean

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Active substance
a home-based program combining yoga postures, pain education, and either yoga nidra with pain acceptance intention or relaxing music
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, home-based mind-body routine that eases chronic low back pain and improves sleep and well-being.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 24 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The two groups are similar, making it hard to tell if yoga nidra adds extra benefit.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

24 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2025

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 75 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Chronic pain in lower back that has lasted for over three months * Pain intensity rated as 3/10 or higher in the past 24 hours (0=no pain, 10=worst pain imaginable) Exclusion Criteria: * non-English speaking * systemic medical conditions that affect sensation (such as uncontrolled diabetes) * History of surgery or fracture within the past six months * any blood clotting disorders (such as hemophilia) * any contraindication to the application of ice (blood pressure \> 140/90 mmHg, cold urticaria, cryoglobulinemia, paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria, circulatory compromise) * Exceed pressure and heat sensory thresholds * Unable to access the internet or email * Pregnant * Unable to exercise without medical clearance (assessed on PAR-Q+ on first visit)

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Conditions

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Low Back Pain

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Low back pain

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Central Florida

    Orlando, Florida, 32816, United States

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