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New treatment option for Head Injury Trauma
Official title Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment RCT and Computational Modeling for Head Injuries in Mixed Martial Artists
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06851234
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose is to test how osteopathic medicine (OMM) improves recovery after a hit to the head during Mixed Martials Arts (MMA). The small changes in the bone, joints, and fluids during head injuries may lead to traumatic brain injury (TBI).
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance. You may not know which one you got.
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 50. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Part 1-head injury dynamics:
- individuals participating in MMA fights or sparring matches,
- 18 to 50 years of age,
- able to complete online cognitive neuropsychology tests. Part-2-Intervention:
- having a witnessed closed head injury during a fight
You likely can't join if
- Part 1-head injury dynamics:
- having a current or previous spinal cord injury,
- head injury within past six months,
- being unable to complete the assessment,
- been diagnosed with underlying neurodegenerative condition,
- pre-existing hypopituitary function,
See the full eligibility criteria
- Part 1-head injury dynamics:
- individuals participating in MMA fights or sparring matches,
- 18 to 50 years of age,
- able to complete online cognitive neuropsychology tests. Part-2-Intervention:
- having a witnessed closed head injury during a fight
- Part 1-head injury dynamics:
- having a current or previous spinal cord injury,
- head injury within past six months,
- being unable to complete the assessment,
- been diagnosed with underlying neurodegenerative condition,
- pre-existing hypopituitary function,
- Pregnancy. Part-2-Intervention:
- has absolute contraindications to OMM (e.g. skull fracture, cervical spine fracture, signs of intracranial bleeding or increased intracranial pressure, cervical dissection, space occupying lesion in the cranium, or...
- suffered a witnessed loss of consciousness (LOC) for greater than 2 minutes, seizures, intractable vomiting or paralysis at the time of the head injury, Participants won't be referred to their private doctors for...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Greenvale, New York, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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, 18 years to 50 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Greenvale, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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