Partners4Pain & Wellbeing Equity: A Randomized Trial of Community Supported Complementary and Integrative Health Self-management for Back Pain

This is a group program that will teach participants about different things they can do to manage their pain. They will watch educational videos and do workbook activities. They will learn and practice different exercises and mind-body strategies for pain including back and neck exercises (like strengthening and stretching), mind-body exercises (like meditation, relaxed breathing, guided imagery, and muscle relaxation), problem solving, and how to communicate with others about your pain. They will also have an opportunity to take part in discussions with other group members. The program will be delivered via weekly 90 minute sessions over 9 weeks and will be offered in-person or via videoconference.

This is a group program that will teach participants about different things they can do to improve their health and wellbeing. Participants will watch educational videos and do workbook activities. They will learn different back and neck exercises (like strengthening and stretching) and be introduced to different health-related topics including information and tips about health, pain and wellbeing; keeping active and well; the importance of rest and relaxation; and working with meaning and purpose in your life. They will also have an opportunity to take part in discussions with other group members. The program will be delivered in weekly 90 minute sessions over 9 weeks and will be offered in-person or via videoconference.