๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-05-11

The Effect of Osteopathic Treatment on Craniocervico-Mandibular Dysfunction (NCT06471426)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this clinical trial is to measure the effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) on tissues of the craniocervico-mandibular unit (CCMU) in individuals with neck pain and headaches. The main questions to answer are: 1. How does OMT affect CCMU muscle stiffness 2. How does OMT affect jaw motion 3. How does OMT affect autonomic function 4. Is pain pressure threshold affected by OMT of the CCMU Participants will undergo the following interventions: 1. Photos taken to measure head and neck angles 2. Ultrasound 3. Smooth Pursuit Neck Torsion Test 4. Motion Capture 5. Autonomic Protocol 6. Algometry 7. Surveys

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Auburn โ€” Auburn, Alabama

Age range: 19 Years to 65 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OTHER)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Auburn โ€” Auburn, Alabama

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (334) 442-4105

Email: dcawley@auburn.vcom.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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