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Chronic pain meditation

Chronic pain meditation
that understands your condition.

Fibromyalgia. Arthritis. Back pain. Migraines. Neuropathy. AI-guided sessions that know the difference and adapt to your moment.

StillMind AI-guided meditation for chronic pain conditions
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The problem

You've tried "body scan for pain." It didn't get it.

Arthritis in your hands needs different guidance than sciatica down your leg. Apps tell you to "stretch gently" without knowing your injury history or whether moving right now will make it worse. Your pain isn't generic.

Cases in practice

Five conditions, five completely different sessions.

01
Fibromyalgia

"2am flare. Everything hurts. Brain fog makes it hard to concentrate."

Acknowledges allodynia and central sensitization. Breath-only focus. No body scanning that amplifies symptoms.

02
Chronic back pain

"L4-L5 is screaming after 3 hours at my desk."

Position-specific guidance. Knees bent, lumbar support. Chest breathing to avoid core engagement.

03
Arthritis

"Gardening yesterday. My hands are paying for it now."

Validates the activity trade-off. No hand movements during inflammation. You won't stop doing what you love.

04
Migraines

"Migraine at a 7. Any sound hurts."

No bells, no chimes, minimal volume. Brief guidance then silence. Eyes closed throughout.

05
Neuropathic pain

"Burning and tingling won't stop. Nerves misfiring."

Focus on parts that feel normal. This isn't tissue damage you can "breathe into." Your nervous system needs a break from hypervigilance.

How it works

One input, personalized session.

01

Describe your moment

Your condition, what hurts, severity, and how you are feeling emotionally.

02

AI creates your session

Guidance that understands your specific pain type, severity, and current emotional state.

03

Guided meditation

Positioning advice, breathing techniques, and validation for your exact situation.

In practice
"First meditation that actually understands fibromyalgia. It doesn't tell me to body scan. It knows that makes it worse. Finally something that gets chronic pain."
— StillMind user with fibromyalgia

What people say about StillMind

4.8 · 55 reviews
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Beginner ND
1 month ago
★★★★★

Skeptical AuDHD-er won over

I have tried meditation multiple times throughout my life. It has been very uncomfortable and difficult. One of those reasons could be my diagnosis of AuDHD I have received...

I have tried meditation multiple times throughout my life. It has been very uncomfortable and difficult. One of those reasons could be my diagnosis of AuDHD I have received. Traditional timings, meditations and rythms weren't truly practical for me. This app is to meditation, what crutches are to physical therapy. The amount of tools and flexibility it introduces lets anyone customize and practically get started building a meditation rhythm. Is it good for deeper learning? I have no clue. Is it a great way for beginners to learn what works for them? Absolutely. I have never consistently meditated for longer than a couple of sessions due to the mental discomfort it brings, here I have been able to stay consistent for at least a week.

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S Salamence
7 months ago
★★★★★

Absolutely amazing

Absolutely amazing. One tool that I have been craving for that meets all I need for meditation. Highly recommended.

Absolutely amazing. One tool that I have been craving for that meets all I need for meditation. Highly recommended.

PJ
psychojoanna
10 months ago
★★★★★

a very nice meditation journal app

I love that it's a combination of meditation and journal! the app experience so far is very pleasant, offers variety of meditation types and its customisable...

I love that it's a combination of meditation and journal! the app experience so far is very pleasant, offers variety of meditation types and its customisable! allows to track accountability. the UI and UX are very nice and app is easy to navigate! would be definitely recommending to my friends! can't wait to see how this app evolves!

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Ryan Mcguinness
10 months ago
★★★★★

Groundbreaking

I was sceptical about AI generated and guided meditation sessions, but within a few moments that all melted away. Now I am glad I have a tool to achieve calm...

I was sceptical about AI generated and guided meditation sessions, but within a few moments that all melted away. Now I am glad I have a tool to achieve calm that adapts to the situation I find myself in. The app responds well, the voices are calming yet clear. This has just become my daily driver of calm.

NJ
njgell
10 months ago
★★★★★

I didn't know I needed this

The personalisation of these meditations is amazing. Most meditations I've done in the past have been generic and my mind stays to wander...

The personalisation of these meditations is amazing. Most meditations I've done in the past have been generic and my mind stays to wander, but I can use these guided meditations to keep bringing me back to the core reason why I'm doing it and not getting lost in my own thoughts.

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Eszterthegoat
10 months ago
★★★★★

AI guided meditation for the win

StillMind changed the game for me when it comes to meditation, because I can write down my intentions and let the voice guide me. (I am a beginner to meditation)

StillMind changed the game for me when it comes to meditation, because I can write down my intentions and let the voice guide me. (I am a beginner to meditation)

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Balint Kardos
11 months ago
★★★★★

Groundbreaking voice recording feature

The feature that lets me record my voice during meditation and automatically transcribes it is truly groundbreaking! For about three years I've struggled with losing most of my intuitive insights...

The feature that lets me record my voice during meditation and automatically transcribes it is truly groundbreaking! For about three years I've struggled with losing most of my intuitive insights by the time I finish meditating — this solves that perfectly. Thank you!

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Eliascastrog
11 months ago
★★★★★

Truly amazing!!

Honestly, this app is amazing. The AI feels super personal and it actually adapts to how I'm feeling, which makes meditating way easier and more natural...

Honestly, this app is amazing. The AI feels super personal and it actually adapts to how I'm feeling, which makes meditating way easier and more natural. The design is clean, the vibe is calming, and it's been helping me stay consistent without forcing it. Definitely my favorite mindfulness app so far!

MB
Mike Bliss
11 months ago
★★★★★

Easy setup and helpful reminders

Very easy to set up and use, clear instructions and the reminders are so helpful

Very easy to set up and use, clear instructions and the reminders are so helpful

RM
Rob Murphy
11 months ago
★★★★★

Guided AI makes meditation easy

A great meditation app, the guided AI makes is really easy to use.

A great meditation app, the guided AI makes is really easy to use.

CM
chloe murphy
11 months ago
★★★★★

Perfect for beginners

Very user friendly app and a great introduction to meditation for a beginner like me!

Very user friendly app and a great introduction to meditation for a beginner like me!

GN
Gyula Németh
11 months ago
★★★★★

Personalized meditation that actually works

I thought that a meditation app like this wouldn't work for me, but it does! I love that the speech is personalized to fit my current situation!

I thought that a meditation app like this wouldn't work for me, but it does! I love that the speech is personalized to fit my current situation!

EM
emaaaesasa
1 year ago
★★★★★

Such a calming meditation app

I honestly love this app. It feels so wholesome and easy to use. The design is simple but really modern, and the dark mode makes it extra relaxing...

I honestly love this app. It feels so wholesome and easy to use. The design is simple but really modern, and the dark mode makes it extra relaxing. The onboarding felt super personal and different from other apps, and I'm obsessed with the little details like the gentle vibrations and the closing bell at the end of a session. Being able to customize meditations is great, but I also like that there are quick defaults when I just want to jump right in. The mood tracking and daily progress idea is such a cool touch too. It kind of feels like closing your Apple Fitness rings, but in a mindful way. Plus, I think it's awesome that you can invite friends and share the journey. Overall, it just feels calming, intuitive, and really supportive. Definitely one of the best meditation apps I've tried.

GK
gabikrawczyk
1 year ago
★★★★★

This app actually got me to meditate! And like it!

I have never really had the habit of meditating but this app is so simple and intuitive that it is perfect for my chaotic mind. I love that you can adjust the session length...

I have never really had the habit of meditating but this app is so simple and intuitive that it is perfect for my chaotic mind. I love that you can adjust the session length and pick a meditation session type… for example I love using the Affirmations just so I can meditate, focus and ground myself in an affirmation and intention for the day. The journal entry right afterwards is so perfect for you to jot your thoughts down after a session… I love the font, the font size, I love the tracker to show your progress! This app is actually worth it. I actually look forward to my mornings now for my personal 2-5min moment with myself. There are features I haven't even explored but so far it's a 10/10 for me (and I'm usually very critical of apps!).

Chronic pain meditation questions

Why doesn't generic meditation work for fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia involves central sensitization, where your nervous system amplifies normal signals into pain. Generic body scans can worsen symptoms by increasing somatic focus. Condition-specific guidance addresses fibro fog, allodynia, and validation needs.

What makes meditation effective for chronic pain?

Research shows meditation bypasses opioid receptors through distinct neural pathways. Effectiveness depends on matching the approach to your specific pain type.

Can AI-guided meditation help chronic back pain?

It can give position-specific guidance, like avoiding lumbar strain, distinguish a flare-up from baseline pain, and adjust breathing so it does not engage the core. It accounts for injury history and current pain severity.

Is meditation better than medication for chronic pain?

Meditation is a complement, not a replacement. It works best alongside medical treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before changing pain management approaches.

How long does meditation take to help chronic pain?

Research shows reduced pain perception within 4-8 weeks. Condition-specific meditation may provide faster relief by addressing your pain type from day one.

How is meditation for arthritis different from other pain?

Arthritis meditation accounts for joint-specific pain, inflammation cycles, and weather triggers. It validates activity trade-offs and never requires movements that worsen inflammation.

What should I look for in a meditation app for chronic pain?

Condition-specific guidance, adjustable session length, positioning guidance, validation (not "accept the pain"), sensory considerations, and pattern tracking for your pain type.

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Your pain isn't generic. Your meditation shouldn't be either.

150+ million Americans live with chronic pain. Most have been given generic body scans. Get AI guidance for your specific condition.

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