Clinical trials
Migraine Headache clinical trials
Below are recruiting migraine headache clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 63 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07295587Enrolling by invitation
Headache impact study for Libbs employees
This trial looks at how headaches affect employees at Libbs Pharmaceutical. It uses health data from the Dr. Cefaleia app to understand the burden of headaches at work.
São Paulo, São PauloAges Any age - NCT06684249Recruiting
Comparing nerve block and Botox for chronic migraine
This study compares two treatments for chronic migraine: a nerve block (injection near the nerves in the head) and Botox injections. It aims to see which one works better to reduce headache days and improve quality of life.
Zagazig, Sharqia ProvinceAges 18–65 - NCT06473597RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing Nurtec and Maxalt for migraine in the ER
This trial tests two fast-dissolving migraine medicines, Nurtec ODT and Maxalt MLT-ODT, in adults coming to the emergency room with a migraine. The goal is to see which one works better and faster for pain relief.
Brooklyn, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06690060Recruiting
Mind-body program for chronic migraine
This study tests whether a mind-body program, done remotely, can help people with chronic migraines reduce headache impact. It is for adults who have migraines at least 5 days a month and are willing to learn relaxation and stress-management techniques.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05943457Recruiting
Vitamin K2 for adults with episodic migraine
This trial tests whether taking vitamin K2 can reduce the number of migraine days per month. It may help people who have had episodic migraines for at least a year and meet specific migraine frequency and medication requirements.
Beirut, BeirutAges 18 years+ - NCT07454798Recruiting
Virtual reality neurofeedback for teens with migraine
This study tests whether using virtual reality neurofeedback can help teens with migraine. You would wear a VR headset and learn to control your brain's activity to reduce headache frequency.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 10–16 - NCT07514208Enrolling by invitation
Headache Sensitivity and Pain Testing Study
This study examines how sensitive the skin and tissues around the head are in people with migraines or tension headaches. Researchers will perform gentle touch and pressure tests to understand pain patterns, which may help improve headache treatment in the future.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07040813RecruitingPhase 3
Two migraine medicines together for chronic migraine
This trial tests whether using both a CGRP antibody and Botox together works better than the CGRP antibody alone for chronic migraine. It may help if you have not tried these treatments before.
GrålumAges 18–70 - NCT06848166RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Middle meningeal artery embolization for resistant chronic migraine
This study tests a procedure called 'middle meningeal artery embolization' using a special glue-like material (SQUID) to treat chronic migraine that hasn't responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if blocking blood flow to the membrane around the brain can reduce migraine attacks.
Bishkek, BishkekAges 35–59 - NCT07617441Recruiting
Brain and Psychology Study of Hard-to-Treat Migraines
This research study compares brain structure and psychological traits in people with chronic migraines that don't respond well to standard treatments versus healthy volunteers without migraines. Understanding these differences may help doctors develop better treatment options for difficult-to-treat migraines.
Catanzaro, CatanzaroAges 18–75 - NCT06398353Recruiting
Acupuncture for frequent primary headaches
This study tests whether acupuncture can improve quality of life for people with frequent primary headaches (like migraines or tension headaches). If you have headaches more than twice a week, this trial may help you find relief.
Taoyuan, Select A StateAges 18 years+ - NCT07500558Recruiting
Ultrasound-guided nerve block for chronic migraine pain relief
This study tests two power levels of a pulsed radiofrequency treatment aimed at a nerve cluster behind your cheekbone to reduce chronic migraine pain. If you have frequent migraines that haven't responded well to two or more preventive medications, this could be an option for you.
MinyaAges 20–70 - NCT07373275Enrolling by invitation
Lifestyle Medicine for Teen Migraine
This study tests whether a lifestyle medicine program (like healthy habits and stress management) can help reduce migraine headaches in teenagers. It's for teens who get frequent migraines and are patients at certain MaineHealth clinics.
Scarborough, MaineAges 14–18 - NCT04151472RecruitingPhase 3
Idebenone to prevent episodic migraine attacks
This trial tests idebenone, a preventive medicine, to see if it can reduce how often migraine attacks happen. It mainly focuses on people with episodic migraine who have regular attacks and are not already using other migraine prevention treatments.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–65 - NCT06470958Recruiting
Brain scans in women with period-related migraine
This study uses brain scans (MRI) to compare the brain activity of women who have migraine attacks linked to their period with women who don't have migraine. It aims to find brain features that make some women more prone to menstrually-related migraine.
Glostrup MunicipalityAges 18–40 - NCT06652724Recruiting
Psychological help for chronic pain in fibromyalgia and migraine
This study looks at how psychological factors and treatments might help with chronic pain in people with fibromyalgia and/or chronic migraine. It compares different groups to understand what works best.
Rome, RMAges 18–50 - NCT06745648Recruiting
Head massage in a head-down position for headache relief
This trial tests a simple, non-drug technique (carotid sinus massage while lying with your head lower than your body) to see if it can relieve headaches. If you have a migraine, tension headache, or mixed headache that started in the last day, you may be able to join.
Trenque Lauquen, Buenos AiresAges 16 years+ - NCT05700318Recruiting
Test of a device therapy for frequent migraine
This trial studies a migraine device (the ShiraTronics Migraine Therapy System) to help people with frequent migraine headaches. It may be a good option if you’ve tried common migraine preventions but they didn’t work for you, weren’t safe, or you couldn’t take them.
Broadmeadow, New South WalesAges 22 years+ - NCT07103694Recruiting
Migraine drug database study
This study is building a database to learn more about migraine drugs. It may help researchers find better treatments for people with episodic or chronic migraine.
Milan, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT07347067Recruiting
Trigger point injections for chronic migraine
This study tests if injecting medication into specific painful spots in your muscles (called trigger points) can help reduce chronic migraine pain. It may be an option if you've tried other treatments but still have significant pain.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06788977Recruiting
Migraine treatment in pregnancy with a nerve stimulation device
This trial tests if a device that gently stimulates a nerve on your forehead can safely treat migraines during pregnancy. You'll use the device at home and track your headaches via text or email.
Darien, ConnecticutAges 18–44 - NCT07476053Recruiting
How light exposure affects migraine and sleep
This study looks at how office lighting and sleep quality affect migraine. You'll track your headaches and light exposure. The goal is to find ways to improve sleep and reduce migraine attacks.
Tempe, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06229834Recruiting
Chiropractic care for episodic migraine
This study tests whether chiropractic adjustments (spinal manipulation) can help reduce the number of migraine days you have each month. You will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one group gets chiropractic care plus usual care, the other gets a sham (fake) treatment plus usual care, so researchers can see if the real adjustments work better.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT06834022Enrolling by invitation
Comparing acupuncture and brain stimulation for migraine
This study compares two non-drug treatments—acupuncture and a gentle form of brain stimulation (tDCS)—to see which one helps reduce migraine headaches better. It's for people who have at least 4 migraine days per month and have never tried acupuncture before.
Ljubljana, LjubljanaAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for migraine headache?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 63 recruiting migraine headache studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a migraine headache trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a migraine headache trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.