Adaptation of Mindfulness Training to Treat Chronic Pain in the Military

Adaptation of Mindfulness Training to Treat Chronic Pain in the Military

The overall aim of this study is to test the acceptability and feasibility of an interactive, web-based mindfulness training with active duty soldiers being treated for chronic pain.

The overall aim of study is to test the acceptability and feasibility of an interactive, web-based mindfulness training with active duty soldiers being treated for chronic pain. We will adapt the evidence-based Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) training for use with this population. The adapted training will be enhanced by mobile applications (apps) for skills practice, using an existing apps platform.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adult patients who have experienced chronic pain for at least 6 months

Exclusion Criteria:

• Do not have any of the following conditions: substance abuse or dependence, psychosis, suicidal ideation in the last 2 months, high levels of trauma symptoms,
• plans to have a permanent change of station or deploy in the coming 6 months, or
• pregnancy