Back to resultsEffects of Workstation Ergonomics and Physiotherapy in Cervicogenic Headache.
Primary Purpose
Cervicogenic Headache
Status
Completed
Phase
Phase 2
Locations
Saudi Arabia
Study Type
Interventional
Intervention
Ergonomic modifications
Physiotherapy
Ergonomic modifications and Physiotherapy
Patient education
Sponsored by
About this trial
This is an interventional health services research trial for Cervicogenic Headache focused on measuring Workstation, Ergonomics, Physiotherapy, Randomized control trial, Office workers
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Patients aged between 18-60 years Working in the computer ≥ 32 hrs/week Suffering from Cervicogenic Headache (>3 months) Pain intensity ≥3 on a numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), Cervicogenic Headache resulting from pain in the neck followed by headache, Limited neck movements, Neck muscle spasm, Consent to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: Other primary headaches such as migraine and tension-type headaches (TTH), Whiplash injuries, Participants who show signs of the five 'D's' (dizziness, drop attacks, dysarthria, dysphagia, diplopia) Who have signs of the three 'N's (nystagmus, nausea, other neurological symptoms (cord compression or nerve root involvement), Contraindications to physio therapy (Congenital anomalies, tumor, degenerative and inflammatory arthritis, osteoporosis, dislocation, fractures, and steroid intake), Underwent previous head and neck surgeries, Had physiotherapy or other complementary therapies in the last three months
Sites / Locations
- Dr. Gopal Nambi
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Arm 3
Arm 4
Arm Type
Experimental
Experimental
Experimental
Sham Comparator
Arm Label
Ergonomic modifications group (EMG)
Physiotherapy group (PTG)
Ergonomic modifications combined with physiotherapy group (EPG)
Control group (CNG)
Arm Description
A blinded therapist used an observation-based ergonomics assessment check list for office workers to check the status of office environment, which usually took 40 - 45 minutes to complete. It consists of 5 domains. After assessment required modifications were done in the chair, desk, keyboard, mouse, computer screen, telephone and the office environment. Ergonomic education and instructions were also given on an individual basis as per the report of the assessment.
First of all, hydro collator pack was applied over the neck region for 10 minutes to relax the muscles of the neck region. Then the therapist located the sites of abnormal changes in each vertebra and then cervical manipulation was given. If any participant reported any new red flag signs or showed no signs for manipulation, such as no pain or musculoskeletal dysfunction, then the procedure was not performed.
A blinded therapist used an observation-based ergonomics assessment check list for office workers to check the status of office environment, which usually took 40 - 45 minutes to complete. It consists of 5 domains. After assessment required modifications were done in the chair, desk, keyboard, mouse, computer screen, telephone and the office environment. Ergonomic education and instructions were also given on an individual basis as per the report of the assessment. First of all, hydro collator pack was applied over the neck region for 10 minutes to relax the muscles of the neck region. Then the therapist located the sites of abnormal changes in each vertebra and then cervical manipulation was given. If any participant reported any new red flag signs or showed no signs for manipulation, such as no pain or musculoskeletal dysfunction, then the procedure was not performed.
Participants in the CNG group received the patient education through an experienced physiotherapist and each session lasting for 30 minutes for 4 weeks. According to each individual patients' abilities the therapist educated them to improve the health literacy regarding the condition. The therapist educated them about the benefits of self-care activities, maintaining good posture, stay active and doing active movements and stretching muscles for preventing the health related musculoskeletal injuries at the workstation. Also, life style modifications were taught to the patients to prevent further deterioration of the condition.
Outcomes
Primary Outcome Measures
CgH frequency
It is a self-administered outcome variable where the patient enters his CgH pain experience in a medical log book every evening to find the number of painful days in 4-weeks
CgH frequency
It is a self-administered outcome variable where the patient enters his CgH pain experience in a medical log book every evening to find the number of painful days in 4-weeks
CgH frequency
It is a self-administered outcome variable where the patient enters his CgH pain experience in a medical log book every evening to find the number of painful days in 4-weeks
CgH frequency
It is a self-administered outcome variable where the patient enters his CgH pain experience in a medical log book every evening to find the number of painful days in 4-weeks
Secondary Outcome Measures
CgH pain intensity
The pain intensity of CgH was assessed using an 11-point numerical pain rating scale (NPRS). Patients rated their typical level of pain status during the previous week on a 10 cm horizontal line, with one end 0 representing "no pain" and the other end 10 representing "worst pain imaginable.
CgH pain intensity
The pain intensity of CgH was assessed using an 11-point numerical pain rating scale (NPRS). Patients rated their typical level of pain status during the previous week on a 10 cm horizontal line, with one end 0 representing "no pain" and the other end 10 representing "worst pain imaginable.
CgH pain intensity
The pain intensity of CgH was assessed using an 11-point numerical pain rating scale (NPRS). Patients rated their typical level of pain status during the previous week on a 10 cm horizontal line, with one end 0 representing "no pain" and the other end 10 representing "worst pain imaginable.
CgH pain intensity
The pain intensity of CgH was assessed using an 11-point numerical pain rating scale (NPRS). Patients rated their typical level of pain status during the previous week on a 10 cm horizontal line, with one end 0 representing "no pain" and the other end 10 representing "worst pain imaginable.
CgH disability
The Headache Impact Test (HIT) questionnaire is a valid and reliable instrument to assess the level of disability in CgH patients. It consists of six items: pain, social functioning, role functioning, vitality, cognitive functioning, and psychological distress. The score categories are no or mild disability (49 or less), moderate disability (50-55), severe disability (56-59), and complete disability (60-78).
CgH disability
The Headache Impact Test (HIT) questionnaire is a valid and reliable instrument to assess the level of disability in CgH patients. It consists of six items: pain, social functioning, role functioning, vitality, cognitive functioning, and psychological distress. The score categories are no or mild disability (49 or less), moderate disability (50-55), severe disability (56-59), and complete disability (60-78).
CgH disability
The Headache Impact Test (HIT) questionnaire is a valid and reliable instrument to assess the level of disability in CgH patients. It consists of six items: pain, social functioning, role functioning, vitality, cognitive functioning, and psychological distress. The score categories are no or mild disability (49 or less), moderate disability (50-55), severe disability (56-59), and complete disability (60-78).
CgH disability
The Headache Impact Test (HIT) questionnaire is a valid and reliable instrument to assess the level of disability in CgH patients. It consists of six items: pain, social functioning, role functioning, vitality, cognitive functioning, and psychological distress. The score categories are no or mild disability (49 or less), moderate disability (50-55), severe disability (56-59), and complete disability (60-78).
Cervical flexion-rotation test (FRT)
The cervical flexion-rotation test is done with the patient in a supine lying position. The therapist passively maintains the patient's neck into full flexion to relax the structures of the middle and lower cervical spine, then the patient's head is passively rotated in each direction while the flexed position is maintained and the range of motion is measured.
Cervical flexion-rotation test (FRT)
The cervical flexion-rotation test is done with the patient in a supine lying position. The therapist passively maintains the patient's neck into full flexion to relax the structures of the middle and lower cervical spine, then the patient's head is passively rotated in each direction while the flexed position is maintained and the range of motion is measured.
Cervical flexion-rotation test (FRT)
The cervical flexion-rotation test is done with the patient in a supine lying position. The therapist passively maintains the patient's neck into full flexion to relax the structures of the middle and lower cervical spine, then the patient's head is passively rotated in each direction while the flexed position is maintained and the range of motion is measured.
Cervical flexion-rotation test (FRT)
The cervical flexion-rotation test is done with the patient in a supine lying position. The therapist passively maintains the patient's neck into full flexion to relax the structures of the middle and lower cervical spine, then the patient's head is passively rotated in each direction while the flexed position is maintained and the range of motion is measured.
Work ability
It was measured by Work Ability Index (WAI), which consists of 7 items such as: current ability, work ability in relation to physical and mental demands of the job, reported diagnosed diseases, estimated impairment due to health status, sick leave over the last 12 months, self-prognosis of work ability in the 2 years to come and mental resources of the individual. It ranges from 7 to 49 points and 4 categories such as; poor (7 - 27), moderate (28 -36), good (37-43) and excellent (44-49).
Work ability
It was measured by Work Ability Index (WAI), which consists of 7 items such as: current ability, work ability in relation to physical and mental demands of the job, reported diagnosed diseases, estimated impairment due to health status, sick leave over the last 12 months, self-prognosis of work ability in the 2 years to come and mental resources of the individual. It ranges from 7 to 49 points and 4 categories such as; poor (7 - 27), moderate (28 -36), good (37-43) and excellent (44-49).
Work ability
It was measured by Work Ability Index (WAI), which consists of 7 items such as: current ability, work ability in relation to physical and mental demands of the job, reported diagnosed diseases, estimated impairment due to health status, sick leave over the last 12 months, self-prognosis of work ability in the 2 years to come and mental resources of the individual. It ranges from 7 to 49 points and 4 categories such as; poor (7 - 27), moderate (28 -36), good (37-43) and excellent (44-49).
Work ability
It was measured by Work Ability Index (WAI), which consists of 7 items such as: current ability, work ability in relation to physical and mental demands of the job, reported diagnosed diseases, estimated impairment due to health status, sick leave over the last 12 months, self-prognosis of work ability in the 2 years to come and mental resources of the individual. It ranges from 7 to 49 points and 4 categories such as; poor (7 - 27), moderate (28 -36), good (37-43) and excellent (44-49).
Full Information
NCT ID
NCT05827185
First Posted
April 12, 2023
Last Updated
April 12, 2023
Sponsor
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
1. Study Identification
Unique Protocol Identification Number
NCT05827185
Brief Title
Effects of Workstation Ergonomics and Physiotherapy in Cervicogenic Headache.
Official Title
Combined and Isolated Effects of Workstation Ergonomics and Physiotherapy in Improving Cervicogenic Headache and Work Ability in Office Workers - A Single-blinded, Randomized Controlled Study.
Study Type
Interventional
2. Study Status
Record Verification Date
April 2023
Overall Recruitment Status
Completed
Study Start Date
May 1, 2020 (Actual)
Primary Completion Date
February 28, 2023 (Actual)
Study Completion Date
February 28, 2023 (Actual)
3. Sponsor/Collaborators
Responsible Party, by Official Title
Principal Investigator
Name of the Sponsor
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
4. Oversight
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product
No
Data Monitoring Committee
Yes
5. Study Description
Brief Summary
Cervicogenic headache (CgH) is a distinct form of headache and accounts for 17.8% of all headaches and the prevalence rate is between 0.4% and 20%. A guide to health and safety in the office handbook by common wealth of Australia (2008) suggested the ergonomic guidance and interventions for preventing and treating musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) injuries in the office workers. Also, It has been estimated that 34% of US citizens receive some sort of physiotherapy for CgH each year. However, no studies have compared and investigated the combined and individual effects of workstation ergonomics, physiotherapy and patient education for improving cervicogenic headache and work ability in office workers.
Detailed Description
Cervicogenic headache (CgH) is a distinct form of headache and accounts for 17.8% of all headaches and the prevalence rate is between 0.4% and 20%. A guide to health and safety in the office handbook by common wealth of Australia (2008) suggested the ergonomic guidance and interventions for preventing and treating musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) injuries in the office workers. Also, It has been estimated that 34% of US citizens receive some sort of physiotherapy for CgH each year. However, no studies have compared and investigated the combined and individual effects of workstation ergonomics, physiotherapy and patient education for improving cervicogenic headache and work ability in office workers.
Therefore, our study objective was intended to compare and investigate the combined and individual effects of workstation ergonomics, physiotherapy and patient education in improving cervicogenic headache and work ability in office workers. This randomized clinical trial hypothesized that there is a difference in primary and secondary outcome measures between workstation ergonomics, physiotherapy and patient education for improving cervicogenic headache and work ability in office workers.
6. Conditions and Keywords
Primary Disease or Condition Being Studied in the Trial, or the Focus of the Study
Cervicogenic Headache
Keywords
Workstation, Ergonomics, Physiotherapy, Randomized control trial, Office workers
7. Study Design
Primary Purpose
Health Services Research
Study Phase
Phase 2
Interventional Study Model
Parallel Assignment
Model Description
The study includes ergonomic modifications group (EMG; n=24), physiotherapy group (PTG; n=24), and ergonomic modifications combined with physiotherapy group (EPG; n=24) and, control group (CNG; n=24)
Masking
Outcomes Assessor
Masking Description
Because of the experimental nature of the study methodology, it was not feasible to blind the treating therapist as well as the participants included in the study. The therapists who assessed the outcome variables at baseline, 4-weeks, 8-weeks, and 6-months were blinded. Therefore, the therapist providing the treatment and the therapist measuring the data were different individuals. In addition, the outcome-measuring therapist continued to be masked to the participant's groups at all-time intervals. Also, participants were asked not to discuss their treatment details with their peers or the outcome-measuring therapist.
Allocation
Randomized
Enrollment
96 (Actual)
8. Arms, Groups, and Interventions
Arm Title
Ergonomic modifications group (EMG)
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
A blinded therapist used an observation-based ergonomics assessment check list for office workers to check the status of office environment, which usually took 40 - 45 minutes to complete. It consists of 5 domains. After assessment required modifications were done in the chair, desk, keyboard, mouse, computer screen, telephone and the office environment. Ergonomic education and instructions were also given on an individual basis as per the report of the assessment.
Arm Title
Physiotherapy group (PTG)
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
First of all, hydro collator pack was applied over the neck region for 10 minutes to relax the muscles of the neck region. Then the therapist located the sites of abnormal changes in each vertebra and then cervical manipulation was given. If any participant reported any new red flag signs or showed no signs for manipulation, such as no pain or musculoskeletal dysfunction, then the procedure was not performed.
Arm Title
Ergonomic modifications combined with physiotherapy group (EPG)
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
A blinded therapist used an observation-based ergonomics assessment check list for office workers to check the status of office environment, which usually took 40 - 45 minutes to complete. It consists of 5 domains. After assessment required modifications were done in the chair, desk, keyboard, mouse, computer screen, telephone and the office environment. Ergonomic education and instructions were also given on an individual basis as per the report of the assessment.
First of all, hydro collator pack was applied over the neck region for 10 minutes to relax the muscles of the neck region. Then the therapist located the sites of abnormal changes in each vertebra and then cervical manipulation was given. If any participant reported any new red flag signs or showed no signs for manipulation, such as no pain or musculoskeletal dysfunction, then the procedure was not performed.
Arm Title
Control group (CNG)
Arm Type
Sham Comparator
Arm Description
Participants in the CNG group received the patient education through an experienced physiotherapist and each session lasting for 30 minutes for 4 weeks. According to each individual patients' abilities the therapist educated them to improve the health literacy regarding the condition. The therapist educated them about the benefits of self-care activities, maintaining good posture, stay active and doing active movements and stretching muscles for preventing the health related musculoskeletal injuries at the workstation. Also, life style modifications were taught to the patients to prevent further deterioration of the condition.
Intervention Type
Biological
Intervention Name(s)
Ergonomic modifications
Intervention Description
A blinded therapist used an observation-based ergonomics assessment check list for office workers to check the status of office environment, which usually took 40 - 45 minutes to complete. It consists of 5 domains (7 items related to office chair, 9 items related to office desk, 8 items related to keyboard and mouse, 5 items related to computer screen, 3 items related to telephone and 5 items related to the office environment -) and it has a good reliability and validity. After assessment required modifications were done in the chair, desk, keyboard, mouse, computer screen, telephone and the office environment. Ergonomic education and instructions were also given on an individual basis as per the report of the assessment.
Intervention Type
Biological
Intervention Name(s)
Physiotherapy
Intervention Description
First of all, hydro collator pack was applied over the neck region for 10 minutes to relax the muscles of the neck region. Then the therapist located the sites of abnormal changes in each vertebra and then cervical manipulation was given. To perform the C1-C2 cervical spine manipulation (CSM) the participant was instructed to lie in a face-up position with upper and lower extremities kept aside relaxed. The head was kept in a neutral position and the treating therapist stands at the patient's head side and holds the chin of the patient with the right side hand. The therapist left hand holds the posterior aspect of the head and does two to three free rotatory movements. Afterwards, the therapist did HVLAT technique in either the right or left direction based upon the symptoms informed by the patient.
Intervention Type
Biological
Intervention Name(s)
Ergonomic modifications and Physiotherapy
Intervention Description
A blinded therapist used an observation-based ergonomics assessment check list for office workers to check the status of office environment, which usually took 40 - 45 minutes to complete. After assessment required modifications were done in the chair, desk, keyboard, mouse, computer screen, telephone and the office environment.
First of all, hydro collator pack was applied over the neck region for 10 minutes to relax the muscles of the neck region. Then the therapist located the sites of abnormal changes in each vertebra and then cervical manipulation was given.
Intervention Type
Biological
Intervention Name(s)
Patient education
Intervention Description
Participants in the CNG group received the patient education through an experienced physiotherapist and each session lasting for 30 minutes for 4 weeks. According to each individual patients' abilities the therapist educated them to improve the health literacy regarding the condition. The therapist educated them about the benefits of self-care activities, maintaining good posture, stay active and doing active movements and stretching muscles for preventing the health related musculoskeletal injuries at the workstation. Also, life style modifications were taught to the patients to prevent further deterioration of the condition.
Primary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
CgH frequency
Description
It is a self-administered outcome variable where the patient enters his CgH pain experience in a medical log book every evening to find the number of painful days in 4-weeks
Time Frame
Baseline
Title
CgH frequency
Description
It is a self-administered outcome variable where the patient enters his CgH pain experience in a medical log book every evening to find the number of painful days in 4-weeks
Time Frame
4 weeks
Title
CgH frequency
Description
It is a self-administered outcome variable where the patient enters his CgH pain experience in a medical log book every evening to find the number of painful days in 4-weeks
Time Frame
8 weeks
Title
CgH frequency
Description
It is a self-administered outcome variable where the patient enters his CgH pain experience in a medical log book every evening to find the number of painful days in 4-weeks
Time Frame
6 months
Secondary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
CgH pain intensity
Description
The pain intensity of CgH was assessed using an 11-point numerical pain rating scale (NPRS). Patients rated their typical level of pain status during the previous week on a 10 cm horizontal line, with one end 0 representing "no pain" and the other end 10 representing "worst pain imaginable.
Time Frame
Baseline
Title
CgH pain intensity
Description
The pain intensity of CgH was assessed using an 11-point numerical pain rating scale (NPRS). Patients rated their typical level of pain status during the previous week on a 10 cm horizontal line, with one end 0 representing "no pain" and the other end 10 representing "worst pain imaginable.
Time Frame
4 weeks
Title
CgH pain intensity
Description
The pain intensity of CgH was assessed using an 11-point numerical pain rating scale (NPRS). Patients rated their typical level of pain status during the previous week on a 10 cm horizontal line, with one end 0 representing "no pain" and the other end 10 representing "worst pain imaginable.
Time Frame
8 weeks
Title
CgH pain intensity
Description
The pain intensity of CgH was assessed using an 11-point numerical pain rating scale (NPRS). Patients rated their typical level of pain status during the previous week on a 10 cm horizontal line, with one end 0 representing "no pain" and the other end 10 representing "worst pain imaginable.
Time Frame
6 months
Title
CgH disability
Description
The Headache Impact Test (HIT) questionnaire is a valid and reliable instrument to assess the level of disability in CgH patients. It consists of six items: pain, social functioning, role functioning, vitality, cognitive functioning, and psychological distress. The score categories are no or mild disability (49 or less), moderate disability (50-55), severe disability (56-59), and complete disability (60-78).
Time Frame
Baseline
Title
CgH disability
Description
The Headache Impact Test (HIT) questionnaire is a valid and reliable instrument to assess the level of disability in CgH patients. It consists of six items: pain, social functioning, role functioning, vitality, cognitive functioning, and psychological distress. The score categories are no or mild disability (49 or less), moderate disability (50-55), severe disability (56-59), and complete disability (60-78).
Time Frame
4 weeks
Title
CgH disability
Description
The Headache Impact Test (HIT) questionnaire is a valid and reliable instrument to assess the level of disability in CgH patients. It consists of six items: pain, social functioning, role functioning, vitality, cognitive functioning, and psychological distress. The score categories are no or mild disability (49 or less), moderate disability (50-55), severe disability (56-59), and complete disability (60-78).
Time Frame
8 weeks
Title
CgH disability
Description
The Headache Impact Test (HIT) questionnaire is a valid and reliable instrument to assess the level of disability in CgH patients. It consists of six items: pain, social functioning, role functioning, vitality, cognitive functioning, and psychological distress. The score categories are no or mild disability (49 or less), moderate disability (50-55), severe disability (56-59), and complete disability (60-78).
Time Frame
6 months
Title
Cervical flexion-rotation test (FRT)
Description
The cervical flexion-rotation test is done with the patient in a supine lying position. The therapist passively maintains the patient's neck into full flexion to relax the structures of the middle and lower cervical spine, then the patient's head is passively rotated in each direction while the flexed position is maintained and the range of motion is measured.
Time Frame
Baseline
Title
Cervical flexion-rotation test (FRT)
Description
The cervical flexion-rotation test is done with the patient in a supine lying position. The therapist passively maintains the patient's neck into full flexion to relax the structures of the middle and lower cervical spine, then the patient's head is passively rotated in each direction while the flexed position is maintained and the range of motion is measured.
Time Frame
4 weeks
Title
Cervical flexion-rotation test (FRT)
Description
The cervical flexion-rotation test is done with the patient in a supine lying position. The therapist passively maintains the patient's neck into full flexion to relax the structures of the middle and lower cervical spine, then the patient's head is passively rotated in each direction while the flexed position is maintained and the range of motion is measured.
Time Frame
8 weeks
Title
Cervical flexion-rotation test (FRT)
Description
The cervical flexion-rotation test is done with the patient in a supine lying position. The therapist passively maintains the patient's neck into full flexion to relax the structures of the middle and lower cervical spine, then the patient's head is passively rotated in each direction while the flexed position is maintained and the range of motion is measured.
Time Frame
6 months
Title
Work ability
Description
It was measured by Work Ability Index (WAI), which consists of 7 items such as: current ability, work ability in relation to physical and mental demands of the job, reported diagnosed diseases, estimated impairment due to health status, sick leave over the last 12 months, self-prognosis of work ability in the 2 years to come and mental resources of the individual. It ranges from 7 to 49 points and 4 categories such as; poor (7 - 27), moderate (28 -36), good (37-43) and excellent (44-49).
Time Frame
Baseline
Title
Work ability
Description
It was measured by Work Ability Index (WAI), which consists of 7 items such as: current ability, work ability in relation to physical and mental demands of the job, reported diagnosed diseases, estimated impairment due to health status, sick leave over the last 12 months, self-prognosis of work ability in the 2 years to come and mental resources of the individual. It ranges from 7 to 49 points and 4 categories such as; poor (7 - 27), moderate (28 -36), good (37-43) and excellent (44-49).
Time Frame
4 weeks
Title
Work ability
Description
It was measured by Work Ability Index (WAI), which consists of 7 items such as: current ability, work ability in relation to physical and mental demands of the job, reported diagnosed diseases, estimated impairment due to health status, sick leave over the last 12 months, self-prognosis of work ability in the 2 years to come and mental resources of the individual. It ranges from 7 to 49 points and 4 categories such as; poor (7 - 27), moderate (28 -36), good (37-43) and excellent (44-49).
Time Frame
8 weeks
Title
Work ability
Description
It was measured by Work Ability Index (WAI), which consists of 7 items such as: current ability, work ability in relation to physical and mental demands of the job, reported diagnosed diseases, estimated impairment due to health status, sick leave over the last 12 months, self-prognosis of work ability in the 2 years to come and mental resources of the individual. It ranges from 7 to 49 points and 4 categories such as; poor (7 - 27), moderate (28 -36), good (37-43) and excellent (44-49).
Time Frame
6 months
10. Eligibility
Sex
All
Minimum Age & Unit of Time
18 Years
Maximum Age & Unit of Time
60 Years
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
Patients aged between 18-60 years Working in the computer ≥ 32 hrs/week Suffering from Cervicogenic Headache (>3 months) Pain intensity ≥3 on a numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), Cervicogenic Headache resulting from pain in the neck followed by headache, Limited neck movements, Neck muscle spasm, Consent to participate in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
Other primary headaches such as migraine and tension-type headaches (TTH), Whiplash injuries, Participants who show signs of the five 'D's' (dizziness, drop attacks, dysarthria, dysphagia, diplopia) Who have signs of the three 'N's (nystagmus, nausea, other neurological symptoms (cord compression or nerve root involvement), Contraindications to physio therapy (Congenital anomalies, tumor, degenerative and inflammatory arthritis, osteoporosis, dislocation, fractures, and steroid intake), Underwent previous head and neck surgeries, Had physiotherapy or other complementary therapies in the last three months
Overall Study Officials:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Gopal Nambi, PhD
Organizational Affiliation
Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia
Official's Role
Principal Investigator
Facility Information:
Facility Name
Dr. Gopal Nambi
City
Al Kharj
State/Province
Riyadh
ZIP/Postal Code
11942
Country
Saudi Arabia
12. IPD Sharing Statement
Plan to Share IPD
Yes
IPD Sharing Plan Description
The data can be obtained through contacting the corresponding author.
IPD Sharing Time Frame
Within one week
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