The Impact of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction on Chronic Low-Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Jmil Khan Ansari
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Randomized controlled trial |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 100 |
| Population | Individuals with chronic low-back pain |
| Intervention | Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) |
| Duration | 3-month follow-up |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key findings | MBSR significantly improves pain intensity, functional disability, and psychological well-being compared to standard care in individuals with chronic low-back pain. |
Abstract
This paper presents the findings of a randomized controlled trial investigating the effects of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on individuals with chronic low-back pain. The study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of MBSR in reducing pain intensity, improving functional disability, and enhancing psychological well-being among participants. The trial consisted of 100 participants randomly assigned to either the MBSR intervention group or a control group receiving standard care. Measurements were taken at baseline, post-intervention, and three-month follow-up. The results revealed significant improvements in pain intensity, functional disability, and psychological well-being in the MBSR group compared to the control group. However, several challenges, including participant adherence and variability in treatment response, were identified. The study highlights the potential benefits of MBSR as a complementary treatment approach for chronic low-back pain and emphasizes the need for further research to optimize its effectiveness.
Comparable studies
Other randomized controlled trials on meditation, most cited first.
| Study | Year | Design | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alterations in Brain and Immune Function Produced by Mindfulness Meditation Healthy employees in a work environment | 2003 | Randomized controlled trial | n = 41 |
| Prevention of relapse/recurrence in major depression by mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. Recovered recurrently depressed patients | 2000 | Randomized controlled trial | n = 145 |
| Open hearts build lives: Positive emotions, induced through loving-kindness meditation, build consequential personal resources. Working adults | 2008 | Randomized controlled trial | n = 139 |
| Short-term meditation training improves attention and self-regulation Undergraduate Chinese students | 2007 | Randomized controlled trial | n = 40 |
| Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Depression: Replication and Exploration of Differential Relapse Prevention Effects. Recovered recurrently depressed patients | 2004 | Randomized controlled trial | n = 73 |