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Oliyaie S, Shojaedin S S, khodaei M. The Effectiveness of Meditation- and Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Patients with Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain: A Narrative Review. JAP 2025; 16 (2) :38-51
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1- M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Islamshahr Branch, Islamshahr, Iran
2- full professor, Faculty of physical education and sport sciences, Kharazmi university, Tehran, Iran
3- M.Sc. in Department of Sports pathology and biomechanics, University of Kharazmi University, Tehran, Iran
2- full professor, Faculty of physical education and sport sciences, Kharazmi university, Tehran, Iran
3- M.Sc. in Department of Sports pathology and biomechanics, University of Kharazmi University, Tehran, Iran
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Background and Aim: Chronic non-specific low back pain (CLBP) is one of the leading causes of disability in adults, affecting both physical and psychosocial well-being. Given the limited efficacy and side effects of conventional pharmacological and physical treatments, mindfulness-based and meditation interventions have gained attention as safe and complementary approaches. This narrative review aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions, either alone or in combination with other therapies, in managing CLBP symptoms.
Materials and Methods: This study was a narrative review conducted according to the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Relevant articles published up to July 2025 were systematically searched, and 13 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) with acceptable methodological quality (PEDro score ≥ 6) were included.
Results: The majority of reviewed studies reported that mindfulness-based interventions led to significant improvements in pain intensity, functional disability, and quality of life among CLBP patients. Furthermore, combined interventions (e.g., mindfulness with yoga, walking, or CBT) demonstrated higher effectiveness compared to stand-alone approaches.
Conclusion: Evidence suggests that mindfulness-based treatments, particularly MBSR and MBCT, can be utilized as cost-effective, safe, and effective strategies for improving outcomes in patients with CLBP. However, further high-quality, long-term studies are needed to strengthen the existing evidence base.
Materials and Methods: This study was a narrative review conducted according to the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Relevant articles published up to July 2025 were systematically searched, and 13 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) with acceptable methodological quality (PEDro score ≥ 6) were included.
Results: The majority of reviewed studies reported that mindfulness-based interventions led to significant improvements in pain intensity, functional disability, and quality of life among CLBP patients. Furthermore, combined interventions (e.g., mindfulness with yoga, walking, or CBT) demonstrated higher effectiveness compared to stand-alone approaches.
Conclusion: Evidence suggests that mindfulness-based treatments, particularly MBSR and MBCT, can be utilized as cost-effective, safe, and effective strategies for improving outcomes in patients with CLBP. However, further high-quality, long-term studies are needed to strengthen the existing evidence base.
Type of Study: Review |
Subject:
Chronic pain managment
Received: 2025.06.26 | Accepted: 2025.07.17 | Published: 2025.09.1
Received: 2025.06.26 | Accepted: 2025.07.17 | Published: 2025.09.1
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