Comparison of Ventro-Cephalic to Dorso-Caudal Translatoric Glides in Management of Cervicogenic Headache

Launched by FOUNDATION UNIVERSITY ISLAMABAD · May 28, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at different techniques for treating cervicogenic headaches, which are headaches caused by problems in the neck. The researchers want to compare two specific methods called ventro-cephalic and dorso-caudal translatoric glides to see which one might be more effective in helping patients find relief. The trial is currently recruiting participants aged 18 to 44 years who have headaches that meet certain criteria and are related to neck problems.

To be eligible, participants should have headaches that started around the same time as a neck issue, show improvement when the neck problem improves, or cause pain that worsens with neck movements. They should not have migraine or tension-type headaches, a history of dizziness, or previous neck surgery. If you choose to participate, you can expect to receive one of the two treatment methods and help us learn more about how to effectively manage cervicogenic headaches. Your involvement could contribute to better treatment options for others suffering from similar conditions.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • • Age 18 to 44 years old
• • Both male and female A- Any headache fulling criterion C. B- Clinical and/or imaging evidence of lesion or disorder in cervical spine or soft tissues of neck that can cause headache.
• C- Evidence of cause of headache demonstrated by at least 2 of these:
• • 1. headache has developed in temporal relation to the onset of the cervical disorder or lesion.
• • 2. headache has significantly improved or resolved in parallel with improvement in cervical lesion or disorder.
• • 3. cervical range of motion is reduced, and headache is made significantly worse by provocative maneuvers.
• • 4. headache is abolished following diagnostic blocked of cervical structure. D- Not better accounted for by another ICHD-3 diagnosis
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1- Tension-type headaches and migraine 2- History of Vertigo or Dizziness 3- Already taking manual therapy treatment 4- Prior surgery to the head and neck 5- Trauma