Yoga and Yoga Nidra for Chronic Low Back Pain
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This study compares two types of yoga practices—traditional yoga and a deep relaxation technique called Yoga Nidra—to see which works best for chronic low back pain. You'll attend sessions over several weeks and track how your pain changes.
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Who can take part
- Have low back pain (in the lower back and buttocks area) that has lasted at least 3 months
- Experience average pain of 3 or higher on a 0–10 pain scale in the past 24 hours
- Have had 3 or more episodes of low back pain in the past 3 years
- Speak and read English fluently
- Be able to attend all study visits in person
- Have reliable email access to receive study communications
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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