Yoga and Yoga Nidra for Chronic Low Back Pain
Part of Pain clinical trials.
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.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
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.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests whether a virtual yoga program can help reduce chronic low back pain. You'll attend online yoga classes from home, and the study will also ask about your experience.
This study compares two types of exercise programs—moderate load eccentric core exercises and Pilates—to see which is more effective for people with long-lasting low back pain that isn't caused by a specific medical condition.
This study looks at whether doing 'down-dog' yoga poses can help reduce back pain and improve posture in children with nonspecific lower back pain. Children will practice yoga and the study will check if it helps their pain and how they stand or sit.
This study tests whether doing tai chi classes online can help reduce chronic low back pain. You would join live video classes twice a week for 3 months, practice at home daily, and have monthly booster sessions for up to a year.
This study tests whether a combination of yoga and mindfulness exercises can help reduce chronic lower back pain. It compares this program to usual care, and may be a good fit if your pain is bothersome but you are not too afraid that moving will make it worse.
This study tests whether the benefits of yoga for low back pain last over time for veterans. You would attend yoga sessions and complete assessments to see if yoga helps reduce your pain and improve your quality of life.
Hear when a new Low Back Pain trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.