Pain Support Research

The Science of Tapping for Pain Support

Published research on EFT for emotional wellness. The Tapping Solution App provides general wellness support for stress and emotional health.

755K Sessions
d = 1.22 Effect Size
62.6% Achieve MCID
NNT 1.6 Number Needed to Treat
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About This Research

This page presents published research on EFT Tapping for educational purposes. The Tapping Solution App is designed for general wellness, stress management, and emotional support. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent pain conditions or any medical condition. If you're experiencing pain, please consult with your healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment. This app should not replace professional medical care. Always work with your doctor regarding pain management.

Pain Isn't Just Physical

Chronic pain is a nervous system problem as much as a tissue problem. The brain's threat detection system—the same system that drives anxiety and stress—amplifies pain signals when it perceives danger. Tapping addresses this directly.

Real-World Evidence

What 755,000 Sessions Tell Us

Our pain-focused sessions show remarkable consistency across a massive user base.

755K Completed Sessions
d = 1.22 Effect Size
-2.45 Avg. Pain Reduction (0-10)
1.6 Number Needed to Treat

What This Means

For every 1.6 people who complete a pain session, one achieves clinically meaningful improvement. Compare this to typical pain interventions where NNT can be 5-10 or higher.

Key Finding

62.6% of users achieve Minimally Clinically Important Difference (MCID)—the threshold at which change becomes meaningful in daily life. This exceeds outcomes from many pharmaceutical and physical interventions.

Published Research

2022

Chronic Pain RCT

Significant reductions in pain intensity and catastrophizing following EFT intervention vs. waitlist control.

2019

Fibromyalgia Study

EFT showed improvements in pain severity, fatigue, and quality of life measures in fibromyalgia patients.

2018

Tension Headaches

RCT demonstrating reduced frequency and intensity of tension-type headaches with EFT protocol.

2017

Frozen Shoulder

Case series showing significant pain reduction and improved range of motion with EFT treatment.

Why Tapping Works for Pain

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Central Sensitization

Calms the amplified threat response

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Cortisol Reduction

Less stress = less pain amplification

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Pain Memory

Updates the emotional charge of pain

Learn more about how Tapping works

User Stories

"After 15 years of chronic back pain and every treatment imaginable, Tapping gave me something nothing else did: relief that lasted. The pain isn't completely gone, but I'm no longer controlled by it."

— Patricia M.

"My doctor was surprised when I told him I'd reduced my pain medication by half. When I showed him the research on EFT, he became genuinely curious."

— Robert K.

Important Notice: The Tapping Solution App is intended for general wellness purposes, including stress management and emotional wellness support. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. If you have been diagnosed with a medical or mental health condition, please consult with your healthcare provider. This app is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.