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Comparison of Ventro-Cephalic to Dorso-Caudal Translatoric Glides in Management of Cervicogenic Headache
Led by Foundation University Islamabad · Updated on 2025-06-16
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Participants Needed
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating two different physical therapy techniques, ventro-cephalic and dorso-caudal translatoric glides, to manage cervicogenic headache. This randomized control trial aims to compare these methods in adults aged 18 to 44 years who have headaches linked to issues in the cervical spine or neck soft tissues, confirmed by clinical or imaging evidence and specific headache characteristics. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups using a coin toss method. Group A receives ventro-cephalic translatoric glides consisting of 3 sets with 15 repetitions per set, delivered during five treatment sessions per week over two weeks. Group B receives dorso-caudal translatoric glides with the same frequency and duration. Each procedure involves specific therapist hand placements and glide directions applied to the cervical vertebrae while the patient sits. Throughout the study, headache intensity, disability, quality of life, headache frequency, cervical range of motion, and cervical flexion rotation test results will be assessed at baseline and weekly for two weeks. Participants will undergo these evaluations to track changes over time. The total participation duration covers the two-week treatment and assessment period, focusing on measuring how each glide technique affects cervicogenic headache symptoms and neck mobility.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Comparison of Ventro-Cephalic to Dorso-Caudal Translatoric Glides in Management of Cervicogenic Headache
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age 18 to 44 years old
- Both male and female
- Headache meeting at least two criteria linking it to cervical spine or neck tissue disorder
- Headache developed in relation to cervical disorder onset
- Headache improves with cervical lesion improvement
- Reduced cervical range of motion worsening headache
- Headache relieved by diagnostic cervical block
- Not better explained by another headache diagnosis
You will not qualify if you...
- Tension-type headaches and migraine
- History of vertigo or dizziness
- Currently receiving manual therapy treatment
- Prior surgery to the head or neck
- History of trauma
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - 2 weeks
Participants receive either ventro-cephalic or dorso-caudal translatoric glides involving 3 sets with 15 repetitions per set.
5 treatment sessions per week
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, Pakistan, 44000
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Research Team
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Aeysha Bibi, DPT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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