Is NCT04609709 recruiting in Fort Wayne, IN?

Yes, NCT04609709 is currently recruiting participants at its Fort Wayne, IN location. This tension-type headache clinical trial is actively enrolling qualified participants.

How do I join the tension-type headache clinical trial in Fort Wayne?

To join this clinical trial in Fort Wayne, complete the eligibility form on this page. A study coordinator will contact you to discuss next steps and determine if you qualify.

Is participation in this Fort Wayne clinical trial free?

Yes, all study-related care is provided at no cost to qualified participants. Many studies also offer compensation for time and travel expenses.

Tension-Type Headache Clinical Trial in Fort Wayne, IN

About This Tension-Type Headache Study in Fort Wayne

The purpose of this research is to compare two different approaches for treating patients with tension-type headaches: thrust Manipulation, electric dry Needling and exercise Vs. non-thrust mobilization, soft-tissue mobilization, exercise and TENS. Physical therapists commonly use all of these techniques to treat tension-type headaches. This study is attempting to find out if one treatment strategy is more effective than the other.

Sponsor: Alabama Physical Therapy & Acupuncture

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Patient must be between 18 and 65 years old and report ALL YES under one of the Tension-type Headaches described below: 2.2 Frequent Episodic Tension-type Headaches: Frequent episodes of headache, typically bilateral, pressing or tightening in quality and of mild to moderate intensity, lasting minutes to days. The pain does not worsen with routine physical activity and is not associated with nausea, but photophobia or phonophobia may be present.

At least 10 episodes of headache occurring on 1- 14 days per month on average for \>3 months (12 and \<180 days per year)

Headache lasting from 30 minutes to 7 days

Patient has headaches that have at least two of the following four characteristics:

Bilateral location

Pressing or tightening (non-pulsating) quality

Mild or moderate intensity

Not aggravated by routine physical activity such as walking or climbing stairs

Both of the following are true:

No nausea or vomiting

No more than one of photophobia or phonophobia 2.2.1 Frequent Episodic Tension-type Headache associated with pericranial tenderness

Episodes fulfilling criteria for Frequent episodic tension-type headache (See 2.2 above)

Increased pericranial tenderness on manual palpation. 2.3 Chronic Tension-type Headaches: A disorder evolving from frequent episodic tension-type headache, with daily or very frequent episodes of headache, typically bilateral, pressing or tightening in quality and of mild to moderate intensity, lasting hours to days, or unremitting. The pain does not worsen with routine physical activity, but may be associated with mild nausea, photophobia or phonophobia.

Headache occurring on 15 days per month on average for \>3 months (180 days per year)

Headache lasting hours to days, or unremitting

At least two of the following four characteristics

Bilateral location

Pressing or tightening (non-pulsating) quality

Mild or moderate intensity

Not aggravated by routine physical activity such as walking of climbing stairs

Both of the following:

No more than one of the photophobia, phonophonbia, or mild nausea

Neither moderate or severe nausea nor vomiting 2.3.1 Chronic Tension-type Headache associated with pericranial tenderness

Headache fulfilling criteria for 2.3 Chronic tension- type headache

Increased pericranial tenderness on manual palpation.

Exclusion Criteria

Patient presents with other primary and/or secondary headache

Patient presents with Medication Overuse Headache defined as:

Headache occurring on 15 days per month in a patient with a pre-existing headache disorder

Regular overuse for \>3 months of one of more drug that can be taken for acute and/or symptomatic treatment of headache

Not better accounted for by another headache diagnosis

History of head/neck trauma (to include whiplash)

History of Cervical Stenosis

Presence of any of the following atherosclerotic risk factors: hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, transient ischemic attack, peripheral vascular disease, smoking, hypercholesterolemia or hyperlipidemia

Red flags noted in the patient's Neck Medical Screening Questionnaire (i.e. tumors, fracture, metabolic diseases, RA, osteoporosis, history of prolonged steroid use, etc.

Bilateral upper extremity symptoms

Evidence of CNS involvement, to include hyperreflexia, sensory disturbances in the hand, intrinsic muscle wasting of the hands, unsteadiness during walking, nystagmus, loss of visual acuity, impaired sensation of the face, altered taste, presence of pathological reflexes (i.e. positive Hoffman's and/or Babinski reflexes).

Two or more positive neurologic signs consistent with nerve root compression, including any 2 of the following:

Muscle weakness involving a major muscle group of the upper extremity.

Diminished UE deep tendon reflex of the biceps, brachioradialis, triceps or superficial flexors

Diminished or absent sensation to pinprick in any UE dermatome.

Prior surgery to neck of thoracic spine

Involvement in litigation or worker's compensation regarding their neck pain and/or headaches

Diagnosis of fibromyalgia syndrome

Received anesthetic blocks or botulinum toxin within the previous 6 months

Received physical treatment in the neck and head the previous 6 months

Any condition that might contraindicate spinal manipulative therapy

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Fort Wayne?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT04609709) has an active research site in Fort Wayne, IN that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Tension-Type Headache Treatment Options in Fort Wayne, IN

If you're searching for tension-type headache treatment options in Fort Wayne, IN, this clinical trial (NCT04609709) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Fort Wayne research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced tension-type headache specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

Looking for more options? Browse all tension-type headache clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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