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Can a specialized massage outperform classic techniques for migraine sufferers?

NCT ID NCT05452330

Symptom relief Sponsor: Biruni University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial asks whether connective tissue massage, which uses pulling strokes to trigger reflex effects, can reduce migraine pain, attack frequency, and disability better than classical massage. About 30 adults with migraines who only use painkillers will receive one of the two massages twice a week for eight weeks. Researchers will measure pain intensity, migraine-related disability, and quality of life to see which approach offers more relief.

What this could mean

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Active substance
connective tissue massage compared with classical massage
What this could lead to
If connective tissue massage proves more effective, it could offer a drug-free way to reduce migraine pain and disability.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Massage effects can vary, and the study does not test long-term outcomes.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

30 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2022

Finished

Dec 2022

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 to 64 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Volunteers with a migraine diagnosis * Taking only analgesics for migraine treatment and continuing their routines * No problem in reading, writing and understanding Turkish Exclusion Criteria: * Having any other neurological problems * Who had been injected with botulinum toxin in the last 3 months

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

migraine disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Headache, migraine Manuel therapy

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Biruni University

    Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, Turkey (Türkiye)

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