Neck exercises for tension-type headache relief
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether specific deep neck muscle exercises can help reduce pain and tension in people diagnosed with tension-type headaches. It looks at how strengthening these muscles might ease headache symptoms over time.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with tension-type headaches by a doctor.
- You do not have a history of whiplash or significant neck injury.
- You have not had nerve root compression in your neck (where a nerve is pinched).
- You are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You do not have cluster headaches, trigeminal neuralgia, or headaches from a head injury.
- You do not have a severe physical or mental illness that would affect participation.
Quick eligibility check
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