Effects of Vestibular Exercises and Motor Control in Cervicogenic Dizziness (NCT05125250) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Effects of Vestibular Exercises and Motor Control in Cervicogenic Dizziness
Pakistan34 participantsStarted 2021-11-15
Plain-language summary
The feelings of imbalance, unsteadiness, and disorientation with cervicogenic dizziness is not clear. It has been suggested that a disruption of the normal afferent signals from the upper cervical proprioceptors to the vestibular nucleus results in an inaccurate depiction of head and neck orientation in space due to highly developed proprioceptive system that allows the neuromuscular control of cervical spine and effective use of vital organs in the head through unique connections to the vestibular and visual systems. Motor Control Therapeutic Exercises and vestibular exercises have been used to increase motor control and reduce pain and disability in patients with neck pain.
Who can participate
Age range
30 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* • Age: 30-65 years
* Gender both
* Pain and dizziness lasting for at least 3 months;
* Pain intensity corresponding to at least 3 points on a 10-point numeric pain rating scale;
* Restricted cervical range of movement (flexion, extension, rotation and side-bending);
* Presence of neck pain associated with disability according to the NDI greater than or equal to 5 points;
* Presence of subjective dizziness associated with pain, movement, stiffness or specific postures of the cervical region
Exclusion Criteria:
* • Any other systemic or neurodegenerative pathology, presence of trauma or recent surgery to the head, face, neck or chest;
* specific diagnosis of central or peripheral dizziness;
* History of previous physical-therapy intervention for the cervical region;
* Any cognitive impairment that hindered viewing of audiovisual material;
* Difficulty understanding or communicating
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Dizziness Handicap Inventory Scale
Timeframe: Change from Baseline ,dizziness to 4Weeks, 8 weeks
2
Neck Disability Index (NDI)
Timeframe: Change from Baseline , to 4Weeks, 8 weeks
3
Berg Balance Scale
Timeframe: Change from Baseline , balance and fall prevention to 4Weeks, 8 weeks