Can a chinese neck adjustment stop headaches? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06434051

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Hong Kong Baptist University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests whether a traditional Chinese cervical manipulation technique can reduce headaches that originate from the neck. 84 adults with cervicogenic headache will receive either the real manipulation or a sham version over 4 weeks. Researchers will track neck function, headache frequency, and painkiller use to see if the treatment is safe and effective.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: traditional Chinese cervical manipulation
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a drug-free option to reduce headache pain and improve neck function for people with cervicogenic headache.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early pilot study with only 84 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The sham control may also produce some benefit, making it hard to prove real effect.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Post-Traumatic Headache

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CERVICOGENIC HEADACHE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hong Kong Baptist University

Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Lui Seng Chun,119 Lai Chi Kok Road, Mong Kok

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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