Mindfulness vs CBT for chronic pain relief
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two non-drug treatments—mindfulness training and cognitive-behavioral therapy—to see which helps adults with chronic pain better. Both aim to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You have chronic pain that lasts for months or longer
- Your average pain in the past week was more than 3 on a 0-10 scale
- You are 18 years old or older
- You can understand and speak English or Spanish
- You haven't had formal mindfulness or CBT training before
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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