Spine adjustments tested for Post-Concussion relief

NCT ID NCT06151184

Terminated Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Life University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This small, early-stage trial looked at whether chiropractic adjustments could affect how the nervous system works in people with post-concussion syndrome. Only 3 people were enrolled before the study ended. Researchers measured brain activity, heart signals, and walking patterns before, during, and after 6 weeks of chiropractic care. The goal was to see if the approach is worth studying further, not to prove it works.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: chiropractic adjustment
What this could lead to: If this works, it could point toward a non-drug way to help people with lingering concussion symptoms.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early proof-of-concept trial (only 3 participants enrolled) that was terminated. It cannot prove effectiveness, only test if the approach is feasible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Post-Concussion Syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

POST-CONCUSSION SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

Dr. Sid E. Williams Center for Chiropractic Research

Marietta, Georgia, 30067, United States

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