Reevaluating Pain Catastrophizing as a Moderator of Mindfulness-Induced Pain Modulation: A Failed Replication

Key Points

• Pain modulation outcomes were similar regardless of levels of pain catastrophizing, indicating no moderation effect.
• The reevaluation of the relationship stems from failed replication in varied contexts, raising questions about previous findings.
• Observational analysis conducted under controlled conditions highlighted potential inconsistencies with earlier research outcomes.
• The implication of these findings suggests that mindfulness may not be influenced by pain catastrophizing as previously thought.