Guided imagery for pain and balance confidence in older adults
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether guided imagery—a relaxation technique where you picture calming scenes—can improve your confidence in daily activities, reduce pain, and support your emotional well-being. It is designed for adults over 65 who are experiencing moderate to severe pain.
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Who can take part
- Be 65 years of age or older
- Have current pain rated at least 4 on a 0–10 scale
- Be able to follow a simple mental test (Mini-Mental score of 24 or higher) meaning you have normal thinking and memory
- Be using the same type of pain medication as the other participants
- Have no hearing, vision, or perception problems, and no psychiatric diagnosis
- Be free of surgical complications (if you had surgery recently)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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