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Effects of Breathing and Attention Training (BAT) on Pain Modulation
Sponsor: University of Florida
Summary
The hypersensitivity of fibromyalgia is associated with abnormal pain modulation within the CNS, but not with peripheral or central sensitization. Many brain areas that contribute to modulation of pain are known, but their testing is complex and expensive. Quantitative sensory testing is easier to perform and repeatable. Therefore, it will be used to evaluate the effects of Breathing Attention Training (BAT) on the hypersensitivity of FM participants. BAT is a form of mindfulness meditation shown to decrease FM symptoms and possibly pain sensitivity. We hypothesize that pain modulation of chronic pain patients is improved by BAT.
Official title: Effects of Breathing and Attention Training (BAT) on Pain Modulation in Healthy Individuals and Patients With Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 70 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40
Start Date
2023-04-03
Completion Date
2028-03-09
Last Updated
2025-06-08
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Breathing and Attention Training (BAT)
BAT is an instructor guided breathing technique over 20 min that will be applied once in a training session and approximately one week later in a testing session.
Breathing Control
Controlled Breathing (without mindfulness) is an instructor guided breathing technique over 20 min that will be applied once in a training session and approximately one week later in a testing session.
Locations (1)
University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, United States