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Official title The Effect of Osteopathic Treatment on Craniocervico-Mandibular Dysfunction
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06471426
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to measure the effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) on tissues of the craniocervico-mandibular unit (CCMU) in individuals with neck pain and headaches. The main questions to answer are: 1.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 19 to 65
You may be able to join if
- male and female people 19-65 years old
- neck pain and/or headaches of \> 1 month duration
You likely can't join if
- prior cervical or thoracic spinal surgery
- diagnosis cervical radiculopathy or pinched nerve in the neck
- diagnosis of jaw disease or dysfunction
- diagnosis of connective tissue or muscle disorders
- diagnosis of cancer
- previous spinal cord injury
See the full eligibility criteria
- male and female people 19-65 years old
- neck pain and/or headaches of \> 1 month duration
- prior cervical or thoracic spinal surgery
- diagnosis cervical radiculopathy or pinched nerve in the neck
- diagnosis of jaw disease or dysfunction
- diagnosis of connective tissue or muscle disorders
- diagnosis of cancer
- previous spinal cord injury
- Inflammatory arthritis and fibromyalgia
- eye movement disorder
- known pregnancy (hormonal changes affecting tissues could be a confounding variable)
- tobacco use
- known diabetes or prediabetes
- allergy to ultrasound gel (propylene glycol)
- history of manual therapy treatment within the past 2 weeks
- history of injection for pain within the past month
- currently taking muscle relaxers
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Auburn, Alabama, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 19 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Auburn, Alabama, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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