Hands-on Therapy for Neck-Related Headaches
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two hands-on techniques (the Jones technique and cross friction massage) to see which is better at relieving headaches that start from the neck. If you have frequent headaches with neck pain and forward head posture, this trial may help find relief.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have headaches along with neck stiffness or pain.
- You've had headaches at least once a week for the past 3 months.
- You are between 20 and 40 years old.
- You have had chronic neck pain for more than 3 months.
- Your neck disability score (NDI) is at least 10 points (20%).
- You have forward head posture.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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