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NCT06731114 "Additional Effects of Sternocleidomastoid Release Along With Suboccipital Muscle Release in Management of Cervicogenic Headache'

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NCT ID NCT06731114
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Foundation University Islamabad
Condition Cervicogenic Headache
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 54 participants
Start Date 2024-07-15
Primary Completion 2025-07-15

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 45 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Suboccipital muscle releaseConventional physical therapySternocleidomastoid release

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 54 participants in total. It began in 2024-07-15 with a primary completion date of 2025-07-15.

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Brief Summary

This study is a randomised control trial and the purpose of this study is to determine the "Additional effects of sternocleidomastoid release along with suboccipital muscle release in management of cervicogenic headache".

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria * Participants will be included according to international classification of headache criteria which includes: * Headache with neck stiffness * Headache at least once a month in the last 3 months * Headache with at least 4 score in Numeric Pain Rating Scale(NPRS) * Unilateral headache with no shift of side * Positive flexion rotation test (Rotation restriction is greater than 10 degrees) * C1-C2 dysfunction * Headache precipitated by sustained neck movements,myofacial trigger points palpation in neck * Age group 18-45 * Both male and female Exclusion Criteria: * Cervical spondylosis * Headache of non-cervical origin * Dizziness or visual disturbance * Cervical radiculopathy/ nerve root involvement/ disc herniation * Cervical instability/ fracture * Vertebrobasilar insufficiency * Thoracic outlet syndrome * Cervical spine surgery * Cervical spondylolisthesis * Spinal infection or tumors * Osteoporosis * meningitis * subarachnoid hemorrhage

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Ayesha Arshad, MS-MSKPT

✉ aesharshad4200@gmail.com

📞 03315314699

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06731114 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 45 Years, studying Cervicogenic Headache. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06731114 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06731114 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at aesharshad4200@gmail.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06731114 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Rawalpindi, Pakistan.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06731114 clinical trial?

NCT06731114 is sponsored by Foundation University Islamabad. The trial plans to enroll 54 participants.

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