Physiotherapy and meditation for tension-type headaches
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests a combined program of physiotherapy and a meditation app for people who have frequent or chronic tension-type headaches. It aims to see if this approach can reduce headache pain and improve quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You must have tension-type headaches that happen often or all the time, as diagnosed by a doctor.
- You need to be able to read and understand Spanish.
- You are willing to attend physiotherapy sessions and use a meditation app on your phone.
- You cannot have migraines, fibromyalgia, or other headache disorders.
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You haven't had physical therapy on your neck or head (like manual therapy or dry needling) in the last 6 months.
- You haven't practiced meditation or mindfulness regularly in the last 6 months.
Quick eligibility check
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