Journal of behavioral medicine
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Pilot randomised controlled trial of a brief mindfulness-based intervention for those with persistent pain.
A pilot-randomised controlled trial (RCT) examined the effects of a brief mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) on persistent pain patients and assessed the feasibility of conducting a definitive RCT. A brief (15 min) mindfulness body-scan audio was compared with an active control administered in a clinic and then used independently over 1 month. Immediate effects of the intervention were assessed with brief measures of pain severity, distraction and distress. ⋯ Strategies are needed to maximise retention of participants. Trial registration Current controlled trials ISRCTN61538090. Registered 20 April 2015.