HEADACHE DISORDERS

This study aims to find the most effective way to prevent migraines in children and teens using telehealth. Researchers will compare cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) delivered via video calls alone versus CBT combined with the medication amitriptyline. The trial involves 400 yo…

This study is testing if a scalp nerve block can help reduce severe headaches in critically ill patients who have had a brain aneurysm bleed. Researchers will compare pain levels and opioid painkiller use between patients who receive the nerve block plus standard care and those w…

This study is testing a new lifestyle and behavior program to help manage chronic migraine. Researchers will enroll 60 adults who have had chronic migraine for at least a year to see if the program is practical and acceptable. The main goals are to check if people can stick with …

This study is testing a weekly group program designed to help teens with migraines. The program combines exercise, muscle relaxation techniques, and education about migraines. Researchers want to see if this non-drug approach can reduce how often teens get migraines and how bad t…

This study is testing whether a supervised aerobic exercise program, combined with education about pain, can help women with migraines. It will compare this approach to general recommendations for home-based physical activity. The goal is to see if exercise can reduce migraine-re…

This study is testing a mind-body skills program delivered by nurses to help children and teens (ages 10-17) with migraines reduce their headache days. Researchers are comparing different versions of the program to find the most effective combination of coaching sessions, home pr…

This study aims to better understand how a person's personality, thinking skills, and pain sensitivity affect their headache treatment and quality of life. Researchers will observe 64 adults with either chronic or episodic headaches over about six months. They will use questionna…