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Official title Aerobic Exercise and Its Impact on Sensory, Musculoskeletal, and Psychosocial Aspects in Migraine
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06716489
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Migraine is a neurological disorder associated with high levels of disability and changes in sensory processing, musculoskeletal function, and psychosocial factors. Aerobic exercise is a low-cost, non-pharmacological strategy that has shown potential benefits for migraine management, but its effects on sensory perception and musculoskeletal function are not yet fully understood.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 48, women only
You may be able to join if
- Women aged between 18 and 48 years.
- Diagnosed with migraine by an experienced neurologist specialized in headaches, following the criteria of the International Classification of...
- Frequency of headache between 3 and 8 days per month, to ensure adherence to the treatment.
You likely can't join if
- Presence of any other type of concurrent headache.
- Medical conditions affecting sensitivity and autonomic modulation, such as peripheral neuropathies, autonomic disorders, severe neurological...
- Conditions that prevent physical activity, such as severe musculoskeletal injuries, cardiovascular diseases, or related conditions.
- Premature ovarian failure.
- Regular physical exercise in the past year.
- Body Mass Index (BMI) above 30.0.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Women aged between 18 and 48 years.
- Diagnosed with migraine by an experienced neurologist specialized in headaches, following the criteria of the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD).
- Frequency of headache between 3 and 8 days per month, to ensure adherence to the treatment.
- Presence of any other type of concurrent headache.
- Medical conditions affecting sensitivity and autonomic modulation, such as peripheral neuropathies, autonomic disorders, severe neurological diseases, and others.
- Conditions that prevent physical activity, such as severe musculoskeletal injuries, cardiovascular diseases, or related conditions.
- Premature ovarian failure.
- Regular physical exercise in the past year.
- Body Mass Index (BMI) above 30.0.
- Smokers or individuals using drugs that interfere with sensitivity and cardiac modulation (e.g., beta-blockers).
- Abuse of abortive medications.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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 female, 18 years to 48 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.