Guided imagery for balance, pain, and mood in older adults
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if guided imagery (a relaxation technique using calming mental images) can help older adults feel more confident in their balance, reduce pain, and improve their emotional well-being after surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You are able to communicate and willing to take part.
- You have a score of 24 or higher on a standard memory test (Mini-Mental State Exam).
- You are on a consistent pain medication plan (same type for everyone).
- You have a pain level of at least 4 out of 10 (on a 0-10 scale).
- You do not have any hearing, vision, or perception problems, a psychiatric diagnosis, or complications after surgery.
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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