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NCT Number: NCT07067242

Prevalence of Cervicogenic Headache in Lab Technicians

The purpose of the study is to determine the prevalence of cervicogenic headache among lab technicians

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Key information

Conditions

Cervicogenic Headache Brain Diseases Central Nervous System Diseases Headache Disorders Headache Disorders, Secondary Neck Pain Nervous System Diseases Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Post-Traumatic Headache Signs and Symptoms

Age range

30 year–44 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Private and public labs of Gujranwala

Guiranwala, Punjab Province, Pakistan

About this study

Cervicogenic headache is a type of headache characterized by chronic hemi- cranial pain referred to the head from either the cervical spine or soft tissues within the neck .It reduces the quality of life .

Objective: The objective of this study is to determine the prevalence of cervico-genic headache among lab technicians in Gujranwala.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Sitting duration of 3 or more than 3 hours
  • Having neck pain for atleast1 month
  • Consistant Unilateral headache
  • Age 30 to 44

Exclusion criteria

  • Recent fracture
  • Recent surgery
  • Congenital conditions of cervical spine
  • History of traumatic neck injuries or cervical spine surgery
  • Diagnosis of primary headache disorders (e.g., migraines, tension-type headaches).(21)

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

  1. Numeric Pain Rating Scale

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    The Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a commonly used tool to measure a patient's pain intensity in a quick and simple way. Patients are asked to rate their pain on a numeric scale from 0 to 10. 0 represents no pain, while 10 represents the worst possible pain

  2. Self prepared questionnaire

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    To measure Cervicogenic headache associated disability

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Elite College of Management Sciences, Gujranwala, Pakistan

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Prevalence of Cervicogenic Headache Among Lab Technicians

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2025
First posted
Jul 16, 2025
Registry last updated
May 8, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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