Exploring mindfulness meditation for pain management in individuals with spinal cord injuries
Feasibility of Mindfulness Meditation Training and Home Practice in Persons with Spinal Cord Injury: A Pilot Study
This study is looking at whether using mindfulness meditation apps can help people with spinal cord injuries manage their chronic pain and feel better overall, making it easier for them to practice mindfulness at home.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10815768 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the feasibility of mindfulness meditation training and home practice specifically for individuals with spinal cord injuries who experience chronic pain. The study aims to determine if using mobile apps for mindfulness meditation can effectively reduce pain and improve mental health outcomes, as traditional methods are often inaccessible. Participants will engage in app-based mindfulness practices to assess their impact on pain management and overall quality of life. The approach focuses on making mindfulness training more accessible and cost-effective for those affected by spinal cord injuries.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with spinal cord injuries who experience chronic pain and are seeking alternative pain management strategies.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have spinal cord injuries or those who do not experience chronic pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a new, accessible method for managing chronic pain and improving mental health in individuals with spinal cord injuries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise for mindfulness meditation in managing chronic pain in other populations, suggesting potential success for this approach in individuals with spinal cord injuries.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Korupolu, Radha — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Korupolu, Radha
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.