Randomized, wait-list–controlled pilot study of app-delivered mindfulness for patients reporting chronic pain
Jennifer S. Mascaro, Vinita Singh, Kathryn Wehrmeyer, Benjamin P Scott, Ju-Hsuan Juan, A. McKenzie-Brown, Olabisi Lane, Carla I Haack
PAIN Reports April 2, 2021 DOI: 10.1097/pr9.0000000000000924 (opens in new tab) via Semantic Scholar
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractAn app-delivered mindfulness program improved social functioning and reduced pain catastrophizing in patients with chronic pain. Patient characteristics predicted how much they engaged with the app, which matters for clinical use. The findings suggest that tailored approaches may be needed to support engagement among different patients.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Observational study Randomized Pilot study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Patients with chronic pain |
| Intervention | App-delivered mindfulness |
| Keywords | Medicine Psychology |
| Key finding | App-delivered mindfulness improved social functioning and reduced pain catastrophizing, with patient characteristics predicting engagement. |
Abstract
App-delivered mindfulness improved social functioning and pain catastrophizing among patients with chronic pain. Patient characteristics predicted app engagement, highlighting important considerations for clinical settings.