Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment vs Physiotherapy in Cervicocranial Dysfunction (NCT07555873) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment vs Physiotherapy in Cervicocranial Dysfunction
Kosovo50 participantsStarted 2026-05-01
Plain-language summary
This study aims to compare the effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment and standard physiotherapy in patients with cervicocranial dysfunction. The study will evaluate outcomes including dizziness, headache impact, neck disability, and psychological stress.
Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: osteopathic treatment or standard physiotherapy. The interventions will be applied over a defined treatment period, and outcomes will be measured before and after the intervention.
The purpose of this study is to determine which approach is more effective in improving symptoms and functional outcomes in patients with cervicocranial dysfunction.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Participants will be eligible for inclusion in the study if they meet the following criteria:
* Age between 18 and 65 years.
* Presence of cervicocranial symptoms for at least three months, indicating a chronic condition.
* Neck pain with or without associated headache.
* Dizziness associated with neck movement or cervical position.
* Clinical findings consistent with cervicocranial dysfunction, based on clinical examination.
* Ability to understand and complete standardized clinical questionnaires used in the study.
* Willingness to participate in the study and provision of written informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Participants will be excluded from the study if they present with any of the following conditions:
* Clinically confirmed vestibular disorders.
* Central neurological disorders that may influence dizziness or balance.
* Recent severe trauma to the cervical spine.
* History of cervical spine surgery.
* Systemic inflammatory diseases or serious spinal pathologies.
* Presence of red flags related to the cervical spine identified during clinical screening.
* Participation in concurrent intensive physiotherapy or rehabilitation treatment during the study period.
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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
Mean change in Headache Impact Test (HIT-6) total score
Timeframe: Baseline and Week 4
2
Mean change in Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI) total score
Timeframe: Baseline and Week 4
3
Mean change in Neck Disability Index (NDI) total score
Timeframe: Baseline and Week 4
4
Mean change in Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) total score