Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
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Time to effect
8 weeks
Effort level
high
Category
Therapy
Typical approach
Therapeutic treatment
How it works
Reduces pain catastrophising and emotional reactivity to pain. Decreases the self-referential processing in the default mode network that amplifies chronic pain. Builds acceptance and functional engagement despite pain.
The landmark 2016 JAMA study showed MBSR outperformed usual care. Best combined with physical rehabilitation. Not a cure for structural back problems but highly effective for the suffering component.
Finding a practitioner
Seek a qualified and registered practitioner. In Australia, check AHPRA (ahpra.gov.au) for registered health practitioners including physiotherapists, psychologists, and Chinese medicine practitioners.
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