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Mindfulness and Mechanisms of Pain Processing in Adults With Migraines
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Migraine/stress Education for Migraine. Completed, enrolled 89 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Although many adults with migraines use non-pharmacological treatment options, there is a lack of research on the use of many mind/body techniques specifically for headache. This research will further the understanding of the mechanisms, efficacy, and predictors of mind-body practices in adults with migraines.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
MBSR is a standardized course in mindfulness mediation and yoga. The participants will meet weekly for 8 weeks for 2.5 hours, plus a "mindfulness retreat day" (approximately 6 hours) after the 6th class \[9 total classes.\] Mindfulness is cultivated through meditation, body scan (sequential attention to parts of the body), and mindful movement (bodily awareness during gentle stretching, based on yoga). The instructor also gives information about stress and stress relief.
The participants will be educated about migraine pathophysiology, headache triggers, stress, gentle stretches, and daily migraine readings.