Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment vs Physiotherapy in Cervicocranial Dysfunction
Comparative Effects of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment and Standard Physiotherapy on Dizziness, Headache Impact, Neck Disability, and Psychological Stress in Patients With Cervicocranial Dysfunction: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Burim Peli
50 participants
May 1, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Summary
This study aims to compare the effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment and standard physiotherapy in patients with cervicocranial dysfunction. The study will evaluate outcomes including dizziness, headache impact, neck disability, and psychological stress. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: osteopathic treatment or standard physiotherapy. The interventions will be applied over a defined treatment period, and outcomes will be measured before and after the intervention. The purpose of this study is to determine which approach is more effective in improving symptoms and functional outcomes in patients with cervicocranial dysfunction.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria8
- Participants will be eligible for inclusion in the study if they meet the following criteria:
- Age between 18 and 65 years.
- Presence of cervicocranial symptoms for at least three months, indicating a chronic condition.
- Neck pain with or without associated headache.
- Dizziness associated with neck movement or cervical position.
- Clinical findings consistent with cervicocranial dysfunction, based on clinical examination.
- Ability to understand and complete standardized clinical questionnaires used in the study.
- Willingness to participate in the study and provision of written informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria8
- Participants will be excluded from the study if they present with any of the following conditions:
- Clinically confirmed vestibular disorders.
- Central neurological disorders that may influence dizziness or balance.
- Recent severe trauma to the cervical spine.
- History of cervical spine surgery.
- Systemic inflammatory diseases or serious spinal pathologies.
- Presence of red flags related to the cervical spine identified during clinical screening.
- Participation in concurrent intensive physiotherapy or rehabilitation treatment during the study period.
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Interventions
Conventional physiotherapy including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and physical modalities such as TENS and heat therapy
physiotherapy
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NCT07555873